17 June 2021
Published 25 November 2020
Seven alleged offenders have elected to go to court rather than pay their Council infringement notices, including three irresponsible pet owners each fined $266.
Mayor Peter Flannery said while the alleged offenders have a right under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 to contest the matter in the Magistrates Court, Council will continue to enforce local laws to keep our community safe.
“Some offences include allowing animals to roam local streets, failing to properly enclose and restrain animals, and allowing animals to be a neighbourhood nuisance with excessive barking,” Mayor Flannery said.
“We have a zero tolerance policy towards irresponsible dog owners for a reason – we’re seeing too many attacks and I want Moreton Bay to be below the state average not leading it.
“Earlier this month we had a win against a dangerous dog owner who plead guilty for his role in his dog’s attack on a 17-year-old girl and a Council officer.
“I applaud our officers for their professionalism and dedication, and I thank our Councillors for supporting them to see this job through in the courts.”
The other matters relate to parking offences including parking on a nature strip.
Accordingly, following today’s vote, all matters will now proceed to prosecution via the Magistrates Court.