R (Patterson) v RSPCA [2013] EWHC 4531 (Admin) – S 34(2)(d) AWA.
1) animal disqualification order.
- meaning of “entitled to control or influence the way in which animals are kept”
- not sufficient that D is “able” to control or influence the way in which animals are kept if not “entitled” to do so.
2) conviction may be founded on inferences drawn from primary facts if the evidence is inconsistent with any other inference save guilt.
3) duty on person responsible for animals to ensure sufficiently regular inspection to enable conditions that would cause suffering to have veterinary attention.
- an animal's needs include access to fresh drinking water.
undefined: unpaid