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Part 3 · Prevention of Spread of Disease

34. Removal of articles from infected premises

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(1)

An authorised officer may give written directions prohibiting the removal of milk, manure, fodder, litter or other articles likely to carry or convey infection, from premises on which there is or recently has been, any animal or bird infected with disease.

(2)

Any person who, without reasonable excuse, fails to comply with any written direction given to the person under subsection (1) 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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Animal Welfare and Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Part 5

Control of Livestock

Part 6

Enforcement Powers

Part 7

Licensing of Veterinary Centre, Veterinary Biologics and Keeping, Breeding, Etc., of Animal or Bird

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Quarantine

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Offences and Penalties

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Miscellaneous Provisions