Harming animals by 'acts of omission' included in revised law

Taiwan's Legislature on Tuesday passed an amendment to the Animal Protection Act that expands the definition of "abuse" to include "acts of omission," with those convicted facing a maximum of two years in prison and a fine of up to NT$2 million (US$71,800).

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