Explanatory Memorandum

Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011

2011 CHAPTER 16

29 March 2011

Commentary on Sections

Part 5 - General

Section 48: Power to stop and detain vehicles

This section allows a constable in uniform or an inspector if he is accompanied by such a constable, to stop and detain vehicles to search for animals in distress and gather evidence where there is reasonable suspicion that a relevant offence has been committed.