Cantonal Fishery Ordinance. Country/Territory Switzerland Territorial subdivision Schwyz Document type Regulation Date 1976 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Inland fisheries Freshwater fishes Fishing gear/fishing method Protected fishing area Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit Geographical area Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe Abstract The present Ordinance lays down provisions relating to fisheries in the Canton of Schwyz. It applies to all still and running waters. The Cantonal Council is in charge of the composition of the Fishery Commission, as well as issuing regulations on voluntary fishery inspectors, close seasons, minimum catch, prohibition of fishing, fishing gear, and protected fishing zones. There are different sorts of permits, such as long terms and short terms for lakes and brooks (art. 7). Fishing leases are normally granted for the duration of 5 years. Sub-leases are not allowed. Part V deals with fishing gear to be used for lakes and brooks by professional fishers. The Fishery Commission may withdraw the fishing permit in case of violation of the Laws and Ordinance in force. The text consists of 42 articles divided into 10 Parts as follows: General provisions (I); Organization of fishery authorities (II); Fishing permits (IV); Fishing gear and protective measures (V); Measures to promote fishing (VI); Administration rules (VII). Full text German Website www.sz.ch References - Legislation Implements Loi fédérale sur la pêche (LFSP). Legislation | Switzerland | 1991 (2017) Keyword: Basic legislation, Inland fisheries, Crustaceans, Alien species, Data collection/reporting, Subsidy/incentive, Protected fishing area, Enforcement/compliance, Fishery management and conservation, Offences/penalties, Aquatic animals, Sustainable use Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repealed by Cantonal Fishery Ordinance. Legislation | Switzerland | 2009 Keyword: Inland fisheries, Freshwater fishes, Fishing gear/fishing method, Protected fishing area, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX