Singapore legislation

Section 49

of Animals and Birds Act 1965

Section 49

Movement or slaughter of animals and birds may be prohibited

(1)

The Minister may by order —

(a)

prohibit for such period as may be specified in the order the movement of any animals and birds from one part of Singapore to another except under a licence;

(b)

prohibit during such period or periods as may be specified in the order the slaughter of any animal or bird except under a licence.

(2)

A licence issued in accordance with an order made under subsection (1) is subject to such conditions as may be contained in the order or the licence.

(3)

Any person who contravenes the provisions of an order made under this section shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both.

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