Question:

I received infringements from the local council regarding the two dogs I have recorded with the RRDJ (not the council). What should I do?

Answer:

Under contract-based administrative law, councils operate through agreements, not assumptions.
If an animal is not registered with the council, then no contract exists, and therefore no obligation is created through that channel.

In general, remember:

• A position expressed three times without rebuttal becomes prima facie evidence in court.
• A tacit agreement arises when a party does not rebut a clear notice within the time limit you set.

If you choose to respond to the council, you may keep it simple and require proof of their authority and jurisdiction:

• “Please provide verified evidence that I am contractually obligated to comply with your demands.”
• “No registration means no contract, and therefore no obligation.”

You may also notify them to cease continued demands when no contract exists:

• “Cease and desist from further contact or demands for payment, as this constitutes persistent trespass and demand with menace.”

Always ensure your notices are sent politely, in writing, and with clear timeframes for rebuttal.