Law No.15 of 1989 on Animals and Trees Protection. Country/Territory Libya Document type Legislation Date 1989 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Livestock, Forestry Keyword Plant protection Pastoralism Grazing Camelids Authorization/permit Hygiene/sanitary procedures Pests/diseases Animal health Geographical area Africa, Mediterranean, Near East and North Africa, Northern Africa Entry into force notes This Law enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Law consisting of 13 articles aims at protecting and maintaining animals and trees of Libya, being one of the main wealth of the country, improving their conditions, working to develop by any means and taking care of the pastures. It establishes: that female camel can only be killed with a permit; rules to kill the females of other animals; measures to be taken by breeders and veterinary doctors in case of suspicion of cases of disease among animals. Article 5 deals with cases in which the trees can be cut down. Articles 6 – 9 regard penalties for any violation of the provisions of the Law. Everyone who sees committing any of the offenses specified in this law must immediately report it to the nearest local Security Center. Full text Arabic Website itcadel.gov.ly