| Animal Welfare Act 1999 | |
|---|---|
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| New Zealand Parliament | |
| |
| Passed | 1999 |
| Royal assent | 14 October 1999 |
| Commenced | 1 January 2000 |
| Repeals | |
| Animals Protection Act 1960 | |
| Amended by | |
| Animal Welfare Amendment Act 2010 | |
| Related legislation | |
| Search and Surveillance Act 2012 | |
| Status: Current legislation | |
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