Stricter Penalties for Animal Abuse Starting October 28 Next Year

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Stricter penalties for animal abuse.

The government has promulgated amendments to the Animal Protection Act focusing on the prevention of animal abuse.

Moving forward, individuals who commit serious animal abuse crimes will be banned from raising pets for up to five years.

This law will take effect starting October 28 next year.

Courts will be able to issue orders prohibiting severe animal abusers from keeping animals for up to five years.

Failing to pick up animals left at veterinary clinics or pet hotels can also be punished as animal abandonment.

Fines will also be imposed for violating care obligations, such as failing to provide pets with food and water, or failing to secure spaces to protect them from extreme cold or heatwaves.

The fine for abandoning an animal will also be increased from 3 million won to 5 million won.
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