
Dangerous Dog Owners to Face Jail Time for Attacks in Queensland
Published on April 18, 2024
Dog owners will be held criminally responsible for the actions of their animal, including facing jail time, as Queensland cracks down on dangerous breeds following a spate of attacks. Irresponsible owners of dogs that attack and cause serious injury or death can now face up to three years in jail after tough laws passed state parliament on April 18. The maximum fines for failing to take reasonable steps to ensure a dog does not attack will double to more than $92,000 (US$59,303). Owners of a dog that kills or seriously injures a person could spend up to three years in jail with maximum fines increased up to $108,000 (US$69,616)...
