Fisheries Protection Regulations (Chapter 171, Section 4). Country/Territory China Territorial subdivision Hong Kong SAR Document type Regulation Date 1962 (1999) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Fishing gear/fishing method Mariculture Residues Fishing authorization Geographical area Asia, Eastern Asia Abstract These Regulations prohibit the use or possession of explosive or toxic substances for the capture of fish. The Director may exempt, by permit, any person for reason of scientific research or fish culture. Full text English Website www.hklii.org References - Legislation Amends Fisheries Protection Regulations, 1962 (No. 102, Cap. 171A). Legislation | China, Hong Kong SAR | 1962 (2012) Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishery management and conservation, Offences/penalties, Research Source: FAO, FAOLEX