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Review Assist Guide
Animal offences
Animal registration and control
Animal registration and animal unleashed
Reasons we may consider leniency
- The animal had passed away before this fine was issued
- I sold this animal before the fine was issued.
Evidence required
Details of incident or proof of sale.
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- I was not aware that I was required to register this animal
- There were no signs stating that dogs needed to be on leads.
Animal escape
Animal escape
Reasons we may consider leniency
- A tradesperson left my gate open and my dog escaped.
- Escaped due to storm or fireworks.
Evidence required
This may include, but is not limited to:
- documentary evidence from the tradesperson
- evidence for your claim.
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- I am unsure how the dog escaped
- I paid the pound fees and do not think it is fair to also pay the fine.
Dangerous dogs
Dangerous dogs
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- This is my first offence.
Leniency is generally not considered for offences involving dangerous dogs. Reviews will be considered on a case by case basis.