CONVICTED (2021) | illegal puppy trader Laura Duffy, born 14 September 2000, of 55 East Lancashire Road, Walton, Liverpool L11 7AY
Duffy was prosecuted following investigations into the unlicensed sale of puppies across Merseyside.
The proceedings against her were brought by Animal Protection Services, a charity which investigates and prosecutes organised animal cruelty.
Duffy admitted carrying out an activity without a licence and also engaging in unfair commercial practice .
Sentencing | fined £500 and ordered to pay a £500 contribution to prosecution costs. Two-year ban on dealing in dogs (expired April 2023).
Licencing is in place for a reason.
To Protect The Animals and Vet The Premises making sure everything is up to spec.
Failure to comply this is the result.