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06/08/2013
Govt Proposes New Sentencing For Fatal Dog Attacks
New proposals for England and Wales could see owners of dogs that attack and kill face a life sentence in prison.
Currently, the maximum sentence is two years for those convicted of allowing a dog to be dangerously out of control.
Under proposals put forward by the government, a range of new sentences would be available, from seven years to life.
Some critics however, have said that more needs to be done over fatal dog attacks.
The current Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, only provides for dog attacks in public places and private areas that dogs should not be, a neighbours garden for example.
A public consultation over new legislation is being held until September 01.
(MH/CD)
Currently, the maximum sentence is two years for those convicted of allowing a dog to be dangerously out of control.
Under proposals put forward by the government, a range of new sentences would be available, from seven years to life.
Some critics however, have said that more needs to be done over fatal dog attacks.
The current Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, only provides for dog attacks in public places and private areas that dogs should not be, a neighbours garden for example.
A public consultation over new legislation is being held until September 01.
(MH/CD)
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