Luxembourg

Article 41 of the Luxembourg Constitution

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Summary Description

Imposes a duty on the State to promote animal welfare.

Species

All animals

Jurisdiction

Luxembourg

Sub-Jurisdiction

N/A

Type of Act

Constitution

Status

In force

Legal Value

Binding

Date Enacted

2007

Date Updated

June, 2023

Official Citation

Constitution du Grand Duché du Luxembourg [Constitution of the Luxembourg], art. 41 (Fr.)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • Imposes a duty on the State to "promote the welfare of animals."

Weaknesses

  • Animals are still classified as property under the law.

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