Australian Capital Territory Current Acts

DOMESTIC ANIMALS ACT 2000 - SECT 76

    (1)     If an application for a permit has been made under section 75, the registrar must, by written notice to the applicant—

        (a)     issue a permit; or

        (b)     refuse to issue a permit.

    (2)     In making a decision under subsection (1), the registrar—

        (a)     may consider the following:

              (i)     whether the animal is kept for breeding or used, bred or bought for show;

              (ii)     whether it would be detrimental to the health of the animal if it were to be de-sexed;

              (iii)     any other relevant matter; and

        (b)     must consider the safety of the public.

    (3)     The registrar may issue a permit—

        (a)     for a stated period; and

        (b)     on any other condition.