Legislation Database

Adopted in:

2005

Consolidated in:

2014

Entered into force:

1 sept 2008

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Adopted in:

2008

Consolidated in:

2011

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Provision:

Art. 641a :
1- Animals are not objects.
2- Where no special provisions exist for animals, they are subject to the provisions governing objects.

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Adopted in:

1999

Principle:

Dignity

Provision:

Art. 120:
"2. The Confederation shall legislate on the use of reproductive and genetic material from animals, plants and other organisms. In doing so, it shall take account of the dignity of living beings as well as the safety of human beings, animals and the environment, and shall protect the genetic diversity of animal and plant species."

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Adopted in:

1847

Last amended:

1974

Principle:

No hunting

Provision:

Art.162:
"Hunting mammals and birds is prohibited. The official measures regulating wildlife are reserved."
(unofficial translation)

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Original version (French)