Singapore legislation

Section 9

of Wildlife Act 1965

Section 9

Import of wildlife

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(1)

A person must not import into Singapore any living wildlife unless the person has the Director‑General’s written approval to do so.

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(2)

A person who has the Director‑General’s written approval mentioned in subsection (1) must comply with the conditions of the approval.

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(3)

A person who contravenes subsection (1) or (2) 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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