Category: Animal custody appeal
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Witness contact sheet for animal custody appeal hearings
Standard form used to submit witness lists for hearings under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (PCAA).
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Handout: Preparing for a hearing under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act
Guides appellants through preparing for a BCFIRB hearing, including gathering evidence, organizing witnesses, and understanding what to expect during the hearing process. Provides checklists and step-by-step instructions to help present a strong case.
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Flowchart of PCAA appeal process
Outlines the steps and deadlines for filing a Notice of Appeal for Animal custody appeals, including filing fees, timelines to hearing, decision issuance, and judicial review options.
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Notice of appeal form for Animal Custody Appeals (PCAA)
Appeal form to file an appeal against the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) regarding an animal seizure or related costs.
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Decision: Parkinson v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 11 cats and 7 dogs in Mission due to conditions including unsanitary living conditions, inadequate nutrition, untreated medical issues such as dental disease and ingrown nails, and excessive ammonia levels affecting the animals’ health.
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Costs decision: Parkinson v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 11 cats and 7 dogs in Mission due to conditions including unsanitary living conditions, inadequate nutrition, untreated medical issues such as dental disease and ingrown nails, and excessive ammonia levels affecting the animals’ health.
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Expert witness guidance for PCAA hearings
Explains how to engage an expert witness in a BCFIRB animal custody appeal hearing, including required reports, qualifications, timelines, and cross-examination. Provides a contact form for submitting expert details.
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Fact sheet: Appeal process under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act
Explains how animal owners can appeal BC SPCA decisions to BCFIRB, including filing deadlines, fees, review requirements, and the hearing process.
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Decision: Kelpin v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding four horses in Langley due to inadequate shelter, muddy living conditions, and untreated medical issues including pain from navicular disease and weight loss.
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Decision: Hinch v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Withdrawn appeal of the BC SPCA claim for seizure costs.