THE ISSUE
For years RSPCA Qld has been urging Queensland magistrates to treat cases of animal cruelty as the serious crimes that they are, not the misdemeanors that paltry fines and lenient sentences indicate. Current sentences and fines do not meet community expectationS of the intent of the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001, under which offenders can receive up to two years' imprisonment or a $100,000 fine for cruelty. Breaches of duty of care can earn a fine of up to $30,000 or one year imprisonment.
Unfortunately not all animals have loving homes
Over $465,000 has been raised in donations from kind and generous supporters - we're almost at our $500,000 target! Over 10,000 signatures or "Shows of Support" have been gathered for BLEATS. 15 Lawyers have joined BLEATS since the campaign began!
Since the launch of the Justice for Animals campaign outside the Brisbane Supreme Court on Wednesday May 27, state-wide support from proactive community members has greatly encouraged RSPCA Qld. Specially recruited and trained volunteers continue to spread the campaign message, "Legals Cost. Justice is Priceless."
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