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Wildlife Protection (Regulation of Exports and Imports) Act 1982
34Requirements for permits to import live animals and live plants
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##### 34 Requirements for permits to import live animals and live plants
The Minister shall not grant a permit to import a live animal or a live plant unless the Minister is satisfied that:
(a) the proposed recipient of the animal or plant:
(i) is equipped to confine, and will confine, the animal or plant; and
(ii) is equipped to provide, and will provide, suitable care for the animal or plant; and
(b) the animal or plant will be prepared and shipped so that the risk of:
(i) injury to the animal or plant;
(ii) adverse effect on the health of the animal or plant; and
(iii) in the case of an animal—cruel treatment of the animal;
is minimized.