Graphic Content

Tasmania's new bestiality law tested in court by Hobart man accused of having sexual relations with dog

Adam Holmes
Updated April 14 2021 - 11:22pm, first published November 16 2020 - 3:00am
The Supreme Court was required to test the scope of Tasmania's new bestiality laws after a man attempted to have his charge dismissed.
The Supreme Court was required to test the scope of Tasmania's new bestiality laws after a man attempted to have his charge dismissed.

Tasmania's new bestiality charge has failed to cover what the government intended it to cover, after a Hobart man had his charge dismissed in the Supreme Court last week.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options
Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

Get the latest Launceston news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.