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Law on Protection of the Sea and Navigable Rivers against Oil Pollution.

Country/Territory
Iran, Islamic Republic of
Document type
Legislation
Date
2010
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Official Journal, No. 19103, 30 September 2010.
Subject
Environment gen., Sea, Water
Keyword
Marine pollution Pollution control Oil Polluter pays principle Navigation Liability/compensation Offences/penalties Freshwater pollution Inland waters
Geographical area
Asia, Caspian Sea, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Southern Asia
Abstract

The purpose of this Act, which consists of 25 articles, is to protect the sea and navigable rivers of the Country from oil pollution. Waters under rule of this Law include the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, the Caspian Sea and all navigable rivers of the Country. All ships, tankers and vessels entering these waters should be insured against any damages caused by oil pollution. In case of pollution, the Master of the vessel shall inform local authorities immediately. The polluter may be detained and their vessels may be seized till the decision of the competent court will be clarified. The violation of the provisions of this Act may is punishable by fine or imprisonment.

Full text
Farsi
Website
www.dastour.ir

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Keyword: Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Environmental standards, Harbour, Marine pollution, Oil pollution, Pollution control, Standards, Transport/storage, Waste disposal, Protection of environment, Risk assessment/management, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX