Veterinary Practice Act 2026 · Updated to 1 Aug 2026 · Part 4 · Offences and Related Matters
33. Liability of registered veterinarian for enabling another to act in contravention of section 30
Feedback & supportA registered veterinarian shall be guilty of an offence if the registered veterinarian, by his or her presence, countenance, advice, assistance or cooperation, knowingly enables an individual (whether described as an assistant or otherwise) to assume a title in contravention of section 30.
registered veterinarian
“registered veterinarian” means an individual who is registered under this Act as —(a)a veterinarian with full registration;(b)a veterinarian with restricted registration; or(c)a specialist;
It is a defence for a registered veterinarian charged with an offence under subsection (1) to prove that —
the contravention of section 30 was due to —
a mistake on the registered veterinarian’s part;
reliance on information supplied to the registered veterinarian; or
the act of another person or some other cause beyond the registered veterinarian’s control; and
the registered veterinarian took all reasonable precautions and exercised due diligence to prevent the contravention of section 30.
A registered veterinarian who is guilty of an offence under subsection (1) shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $50,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both.