Veterinary Practice Act 2026 · Updated to 1 Aug 2026 · Part 5 · Disciplinary Proceedings and Other Matters
58. Right of hearing before Disciplinary Committee
Feedback & supportA Disciplinary Committee must give a registered veterinarian an opportunity to be heard either personally or by counsel during a formal inquiry into a disciplinary case against the registered veterinarian.
Disciplinary Committee
“Disciplinary Committee” means a Disciplinary Committee appointed by the Council under section 53;
A Disciplinary Committee must also, before making any further order under section 57 (except an order made under that section during the formal inquiry mentioned in subsection (1)), give the registered veterinarian an opportunity to make representations.
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;
The representations mentioned in subsection (2) may be made in writing or, if the Disciplinary Committee allows, in person.