Decree-Law No. 54/2005 regulating sports fishing in National waters.

Subject

Fisheries

Keyword

Fishery management and conservation Fishing gear/fishing method Fishing vessel Classification/declassification Protection of species

Geographical area

Africa, Small Island Developing States, Western Africa

Abstract

This Decree-Law is composed of seven Chapters divided in 31 articles. It regulates sports fishing in national waters. It provides a general regulation of sports fishing classifying types of fisheries, of fishing gears and of fishing vessels. Moreover, it defines allowed areas and periods and rules on protected species. Finally, the Decree-Law also regulates on capture’s declarations, licensing regime and fishing quotas.

Full text

Portuguese

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Joint Order No. 69/2005 approving taxes to be paid by Sports Fishing Clubs and Associations within National waters.

Legislation | Cabo Verde | 2005 | Repealed

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Tax/levy, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Decree-Law No. 37/2015 establishing the regime of recreational and nautical tourism activities and its economic exploitation.

Legislation | Cabo Verde | 2015

Keyword: Marine pollution, Navigation, Transport/storage, Authorization/permit, Classification/declassification, Concession, Inspection, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Liability/compensation, Fishing authorization, Non-commercial fishing, Offences/penalties, Marine area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX