Decree No. 1020 of 1993 to regulate the release of fish and other freshwater organisms.

Subject

Fisheries

Keyword

Inland fisheries Marine fisheries Diadromous fish Freshwater fishes Stock enhancement/repopulation

Geographical area

Europe, Northern Europe

Entry into force notes

This Decree entered into force on 1 January 1994.

Abstract

This Decree of the Department of Environment regulates the release of anadromous salmons and freshwater fish, including roe and young fish, in watercourses, fjords and marine areas, and of other freshwater organisms in watercourses. It shall not apply to fish stocking in the sense of Act No. 47 of 1992 or Act No. 68 of 1985. The county official in charge may grant permits for the release of fish for fish farming purposes. Release of anadromous salmons in the sea requires also approval of the Dir

Full text

Norwegian

Website

www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Entry into force of the Act relative to Salmonids and Freshwater Fish. Delegation of authority (No. 864 of 1992).

Legislation | Norway | 1992

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Act No. 47 of 1992 relative to Salmonids and fresh-water fish and related matters.

Legislation | Norway | 1992 (2011)

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Institution, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Special fund, Fishing gear/fishing method, Seasons, Inspection, Data collection/reporting, Traditional rights/customary rights, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Fishing charge

Source: FAO, FAOLEX