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Chapter 11 of Title 11 of the Kosrae State Code - Marine Life.

Country/Territory
Micronesia, Fed. States
Territorial subdivision
Kosrae
Document type
Legislation
Date
2001
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Molluscs Crustaceans Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Aquatic animals Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Micronesia, Oceania, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific
Abstract

This Chapter grants powers Director of the Department of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries to regulate the harvesting of trochus and sea cucumbers and to provide for their protection. The Chapter also requires a permit of the Development Review Commission for the possession of more than five sea cucumbers. The Director shall issue Regulations as prescribed by this Chapter and take into account environmental concerns.

Full text
English
Website
fsmlaw.org