Portugal
Article 1302 of the Portuguese Civil Code
Summary Description
Recognises animal sentience.
Species
All animals
Jurisdiction
Portugal
Sub-Jurisdiction
N/A
Type of Act
Legislation
Status
In force
Legal Value
Binding
Date Enacted
2017
Date Updated
June, 2023
Official Citation
Código Civil [C. civ.][Civil Code] art. 1302º 2 (Port.)
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Recognises an animal's ability to feel pain.
Weaknesses
- Animals are still classified as property under the law.
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