Ministerial Decree No. 146 on rules on payments for the use of fish and other aquatic biological resources and fines for illegal fish hunting.

Subject

Fisheries

Keyword

Aquaculture Aquatic animals Fishery management and conservation Fishing gear/fishing method Offences/penalties Protection of species Special fund

Geographical area

Asia, Caspian Sea, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Europe and Central Asia, Landlocked Developing Nations, Western Asia

Entry into force notes

This Decree enters into force upon signature.

Abstract

This Decree states that payments for the use of fish and other aquatic biological resources and fines for illegal fish hunting vary according to species of fish and other aquatic biological resources, hunting methods, hunting gear and type of water resources. Hunting of fish and other aquatic biological resources for aquaculture with the purpose of restoration is free of charge. Financial gain shall be transferred to the state fund for reproduction, restoration and protection of fish and other biological resources.

Full text

Azerbaijani

Website

www.e-qanun.az

References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries Law No. 457-IQ.

Legislation | Azerbaijan | 1998 (2022)

Keyword: Framework law, Inland fisheries, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Aquaculture, Allocation/quota, Foreign fishing, Fishing gear/fishing method, Marine fishes, Freshwater fishes, Coastal zone management, Dispute settlement, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Fishing authorization, Liability/compensation, EIA, International relations/cooperation, Offences/penalties, Protection of species, Sustainable use, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Endangered species, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Water Code.

Legislation | Azerbaijan | 1997 (2021)

Keyword: Framework law, Freshwater resources management, Industrial water use, Inland waters, Potable water, Recreational water use, Surface water, Effluent waste water/discharge, Water charges, Dispute settlement, Right to water, Water rights, Pollution control, Freshwater pollution, Human rights, EIA, Groundwater, Hazards, Risk assessment/management, Water conservation zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX