According to the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, what may happen if a dog injures a person?

Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, if a dog injures a person, the authorities, specifically the police, have the right to seize the dog. This is a crucial aspect of the legislation aimed at protecting the public from dangerous or aggressive dogs. Seizure allows for an immediate assessment of the dog's behavior and circumstances surrounding the incident, ensuring public safety while allowing for due process regarding the dog's status.

The act doesn't stipulate that the dog must be put down immediately. Instead, there are steps involved, including potential assessments or court proceedings, to determine the appropriate action regarding the dog's future. Similarly, exclusion from competitions or quarantining does not directly address the severity of the offense regarding injury to a person and do not carry the same legal implications as seizure.