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Law regulating the exploitation and protection of aquatic life (Law No. 48 of 1976).

Country/Territory
Iraq
Document type
Legislation
Date
1976
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Fisheries, Sea
Keyword
Marine pollution Framework law Inland fisheries Marine fisheries Institution Aquaculture Fishing gear/fishing method Fishing vessel Internal trade International trade Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Aquatic animals Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Western Asia
Abstract

Basic Law regulating fishing and aquaculture in 7 Chapters and 36 articles: Breeding and protection of aquatic life and waste disposal (Chapt. 1); General rules for fishing activities (2); Fishing gear (3); Marketing and industrialization of aquatic products (4); Dues and licenses (5); Penalties (6); General provisions (7).

Full text
English

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Amended by

Law No. 10 of 1981 concerning the first amendment of Law No. 48 of 1976 on fishing, exploitation and protection of living aquatic species.

Legislation | Iraq | 1981

Keyword: Enforcement/compliance, Fishery management and conservation, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX