(b) as a consequence of, or in
retaliation for, the use of the animal by a law enforcement officer while in
the execution of the officer's duty,
is guilty of an offence.
: Maximum
penalty--Imprisonment for 5 years.
(2) In this section--
"animal" means a dog, horse or other mammal (other than a human being).
"law enforcement officer" means--
(a) a police officer (including a member of
the police force of the Commonwealth or another State or Territory), or
(b)
any other official of this State, the Commonwealth or another State or
Territory who is authorised to use an animal in connection with the detention
of persons or the enforcement of the laws of this State, the Commonwealth or
another State or Territory.