Administrators Admin_01 Posted May 29, 2016 Administrators Share Posted May 29, 2016 Attached is a PDF format copy of the Animal Protection Act of Panama -- Law 70 of 18 October 2012. The official version is the Spanish language copy, and a high fidelity English language translation has also been provided, both courtesy of Dottie Atwater, who runs the spay/neuter clinic in Volcan. Anyone wishing to report animal abuse, as defined in these documents, is advised to contact their local Corregidor. Animal Protection Act (Spanish).pdf Animal Protection Act (English).pdf Note that downloading of the above documents requires that you be a registered member of and logged into this website. There is no charge for a membership. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 (edited) The National Assembly has approved in the third and final reading Project No. 457 which amends the Penal Code. Section 421 will now call for prison sentences of between 1 to 3 years for causing the death of a domestic animal by maltreatment or cruelty. http://www.telemetro.com/nacionales/Pleno-aprueba-proyecto-penaliza-maltrato_0_1060094848.html Edited September 5, 2017 by Keith Woolford 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted May 3, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted May 3, 2018 http://www.thepanamanews.com/2018/05/stronger-penalties-for-animal-cruelty-go-into-effect/ Long overdue! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcelyn Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 Thanks. I agree that program is overdue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted May 19, 2018 Share Posted May 19, 2018 Representatives from the Ministerio Publico have been providing instruction regarding the application of the new measures in various jurisdictions. This report came from Bocas del Toro. Training on Sanctions for Animal Abuse A training to raise awareness of the provisions of the Criminal Code with regard to the crimes of animal abuse in our country, was given in the province of Bocas Del Toro, which was directed at public officials in this region. The Second Prosecutor of the Public Ministry, Emeldo Márquez Pitti, stated that the legal basis of the Law 70 of 31 October 2017 by amending an article of the Criminal Code, relating to animal abuse, provides for penalties of imprisonment for offenders. He explained that the amendment to Article 421, establishes that "anyone who, by act of cruelty, cause death or seriously injures an animal used as a pet shall be punished by imprisonment for a term of eighteen to twenty-four months or its equivalent in days fine or arrest of the end of week". During the activity, the Prosecutor indicated that you get to have knowledge of any act or conduct that causes an injury or death to an animal should immediately report to the authorities to proceed legally. In the workshop, attended by officials of the Ministry of Agricultural Development, the Ministry of Health, the National Police, Judicial Investigation and National Border Service. http://ministeriopublico.gob.pa/realizan-induciion-sobre-sanciones-por-delitos-de-maltrato-animal/ freetranslation.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted May 22, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted May 22, 2018 That is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottie Atwater Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 The training in this post was in Bocas del Toro province. I wonder when/if they will have training in Chiriqui. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 The Third Judicial District is comprised of the provinces of Bocas del Toro and Chiriqui. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted January 28, 2020 Share Posted January 28, 2020 (edited) Prison terms of 3 to 5 years for acts of cruelty that causes death to domestic animals The deputies also approved modifications such as fines ranging from $ 100 to $ 2,000 for incurring abandonment and animal abuse. Bill 173 that modifies Law 70, which tightens fines and increases prison sentences for animal abuse was passed in the third debate, Monday night at the Plenary Session of the National Assembly. The document modifies article 241 of the Criminal Code as follows: who, through acts of cruelty, causes death or seriously injures a pet, will be punished with imprisonment for 3 to 5 years. Before, law 70 contemplated imprisonment of 18 to 24 months for these acts of cruelty. Euthanasia and the slaughter of farm animals are excepted from this standard. In turn, the document hardened fines for different forms of abuse, such as not providing food and abandoning animals. These fines are: Article 16. The offenses established in numerals 1, in cases of minor injuries to a pet, and 2 of the previous article will be sanctioned with a fine of five hundred dollars $ 500.00 to two thousand dollars $ 2,000.00, community work, and the obligation to attend a 40-hour course on animal rights and non-abuse. Article 17. The faults established in numerals 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 of article 15 (abandonment, malnutrition and deplorable hygienic conditions) will be sanctioned with a fine of $ 100 to $ 1,000, including community work, and the obligation to attend a 40-hour course on animal rights and non-abuse. Article S. Article 17-A is added to Law 70 of 2012 as follows: Article 17-A. Contravene the animal health measures contained in article 10, in its numerals 1,2,3,4,5,7, or in the offenses against domestic animals, contained in article 15, in numerals 8 and 9, of this law , will be sanctioned with a fine of one hundred $ 100 to $ 300. The bill that now awaits the presidential signature to become a Law mandates the rescue of the animal and its protection in a shelter until it can be in better conditions in new homes. And power is given to any person in the national territory to denounce acts that go against the rights of domestic animals. https://ensegundos.com.pa/2020/01/28/prision-de-3-a-5-por-actos-de-crueldad-que-causen-la-muerte-a-animales-domesticos/ Edited February 2, 2020 by Keith Woolford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) I am amazed there is no commentary on this important legislation which is yet another step to eliminating animal cruelty and improper care of domestic animals in Panama. Edited February 2, 2020 by Keith Woolford 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted February 3, 2020 Moderators Share Posted February 3, 2020 Quote Panama recognizes animal rights and feelings Posted 02/02/2020 The awareness that our species has obligations to the other living beings that surround us, begins to manifest itself in our legislation. Two bills, passed in the third debate this week, draw a stricter regulation with the duties and rights of pet owners, and severe penalties for those who abuse, mistreat or abandon a pet. Bill 173 extends the protections contained in Law 70 of 2012, and clarifies the role of administrative and judicial authorities in the proceedings for abuses against domestic animals. In turn, bill 39 articulates an ambitious system of animal welfare departments in each municipality, financed with 3% of decentralization funds. Although both initiatives are loaded with idealism and voluntarism, They also recognize the long path in education and awareness that must be followed. The most important achievement of any legislation is to change the mentality that animals are things or objects, to recognize that they are beings with rights and feelings that must be respected and valued. -LA PRENSA, Feb. 2 https://www.newsroompanama.com/opinion/panama-recognizes-animal-rights-and-feelings-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brundageba Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 I wonder what the " animal welfare department" in each municipality financed by this new bill will actually do and how? I must say It certainly is encouraging......a start Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottie Atwater Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 There were already stiff laws on the books regarding animal abuse, including prison time for anyone who caused the death of a domestic animal. My employee says according to the news, the laws were being enforced in Panama City. But here in Volcan? There might as well not be ANY laws. The people who are supposed to enforce them are worthless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 Quote rather severe defining 2 to 3 year prison terms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, Dottie Atwater said: But here in Volcan? There might as well not be ANY laws. The people who are supposed to enforce them are worthless! Is that a broad, unfounded statement or have you actually sat down lately with the people in charge of animal welfare to assess their capabilities, discuss their work, share knowledge, or offer assistance ? Edited February 3, 2020 by Keith Woolford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottie Atwater Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 2 hours ago, Keith Woolford said: Is that a broad, unfounded statement or have you actually sat down lately with the people in charge of animal welfare to assess their capabilities, discuss their work, share knowledge, or offer assistance ? Yes (re have I actually ....) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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