Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 - SECT 24H

Magistrates' Court may extend period of warrant under section 24G

24H. Magistrates' Court may extend period of warrant under section 24G



(1) A POCTA inspector to whom a warrant under section 24G has been issued may
apply to the Magistrates' Court, before the expiration of the time specified
in the warrant for which possession of the animal may be retained, for an
extension of that period.

(2) The Magistrates' Court may order such an extension if it is satisfied that
the retention of the animal is necessary for its welfare.

(3) The Magistrates' Court may adjourn an application to enable notice of the
application to be given to any person.

Division 4-Search for and seizure of things