Bruiser64 wrote:
Hi Pete. Sorry for the delay in responding. I have done some further research so everyone on this forum can be in no doubt that abiding by the codes of practise are mandated by law in WA. It is not optional. As I stated in an earlier post, the Codes stipulate a chest shot must only be used to euthanise an already injured animal.
The Biodiversity and Conservation Act (see link below):
https://www.legislation.wa.gov.au/legis ... penElement
And the Biodiversity and Conservation Regulations (see link below) are what you need to look at.
https://www.legislation.wa.gov.au/legis ... penElement
These are where we find our legal responsibilities in respect of shooting kangaroos in WA. The Act and Regulations now refer to “managed fauna”. The section that is relevant here is Section 104 of the Regulations. If you follow the link above and read the regulation it is absolutely crystal clear you must abide by the codes of practise. The bloke you spoke to is just plain wrong. He needs to make himself aware of the rules and make sure he follows them. If he doesn’t he is risking a fine of $10,000. Posting evidence online that you are clearly breaking the law certainly makes the job of the police and prosecution much simpler. Probably not the smartest thing a person can do though.
Please note I am not a lawyer and I am not giving legal advice. If someone wants legal advice they should seek the services of a licensed legal practitioner.
Hello from a fellow south coast dweller. This is an outstanding and well drafted post. A rare sight on the internet (i might be new to this forum, but not others...)
The ignorance on display by many firearm owners about the legislation we operate inside of is astounding. It's little wonder we are so easily overran.
EDIT: I also really enjoyed reading the contempt for the Collie Clans on here. Glad i'm not the only one.