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Statutes and Statutory Interpretation SeminarWhat is the Short Title of the Act?
Dangerous Dogs Act 1991
What is the Long Title of the Act?
An Act to prohibit persons from having in their possession or custody dogs belonging to types
bred for fighting to impose restrictions in respect of such dogs pending the coming into force
of the prohibition; to enable restrictions to be imposed in relation to other types of dog which
present a serious danger to the public; to make further provision for securing that dogs are
kept under proper control; and for connected purposes.
What is the Act’s citation?
The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 Chapter 65
What is the Date of Royal Assent?
25th July 1991
What is the Purpose of the Act?
An Act to prohibit persons from having in their possession or custody dogs belonging to types
bred for fighting to impose restrictions in respect of such dogs pending the coming into force
of the prohibition; to enable restrictions to be imposed in relation to other types of dog which
present a serious danger to the public; to make further provision for securing that dogs are
kept under proper control; and for connected purposes.
When does the Act come into force?
Section 10 (4) states: Except for Section 8, this Act shall not come into force until such day as
the Secretary of State may appoint by an order made by statutory instrument and different
days may be appointed for different provisions or different purposes.
Are there any Restrictions as to Jurisdictions?
Except for Section 8, the Act does not extend to Northern Ireland. Therefore, it extends to
England, Scotland and Wales
Are there any Interpretation Sections within the Statute?
Except for Section 8, the Act does not extend to Northern Ireland. Therefore, it extends to
England, Scotland and Wales
Which Sections contain Offences?
Section 10 (2), Section 10 (3)
What do any Schedules attached to the Act contain?
There are no schedules
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