Explanatory Notes

Animal Welfare Act 2006

2006 CHAPTER 45

8 November 2006

Commentary on Sections

Scotland

Section 49: Appeals against deprivation orders and seizure orders

189.This section provides the mechanism by which orders made under section 47 or 48 can be appealed and also ensures that no orders made under section 47 or 48, can be given effect until the period for giving notice of appeal against the order or conviction has expired, or if notice of appeal is given, until the appeal has been withdrawn or decided.

190.Subsection (5) provides for the court to make interim orders in relation to the animal’s keeping while the order under section 47 or 48 is suspended.