Slovenia
Article 72 of the Slovenian Constitution
Summary Description
Imposes a duty on the State to enact legislation to protect animals from cruelty
Topics
Species
All animals
Jurisdiction
Slovenia
Sub-Jurisdiction
N/A
Type of Act
Constitution
Status
In force
Legal Value
Binding
Date Enacted
1991
Date Updated
June, 2023
Official Citation
Ustava Republike Slovenije [Constitution of the Republic of Slovenia] art. 72 (Slov.)
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Imposes a duty on the State to protect animals from cruelty by law.
Weaknesses
- Animals are still classified as property under the law.
Related Laws/Policies
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