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Tough new penalties for animal cruelty offences

The changes will make it easier to intervene earlier in potential abuse situations, the RSPCA says. (HANDOUT/RSPCA)

Tough new penalties are on the horizon for animal abusers in South Australia. 

Fines up to $250,000 or 10 years' jail are flagged as punishments as part of proposed changes to the state's Animal Welfare Act.

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