# The Microchipping of Cats and Dogs (England) Regulations 2023, Regulation 14: Offences


(1) It is an offence, punishable on summary conviction by a fine not exceeding level 4 on the standard scale, to fail to comply with a notice served under regulation 8.
(2) It is an offence, punishable on summary conviction by a fine not exceeding level 2 on the standard scale, to—
(a) fail to comply with regulation 9(1);
(b) implant a microchip into a cat or dog without complying with the requirements of regulation 10(1);
(c) fail to comply with a notice served under regulation 10(2);
(d) fail to report an adverse reaction or the failure of a microchip in accordance with regulation 11(1);
(e) fail to comply with a notice served under regulation 13(2);
(f) obstruct an authorised person exercising a power under regulation 13.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2023/9780348246063/regulation/14 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-microchipping-of-cats-and-dogs-england-regulations-2023/regulation-14
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