Resolution No. 23 of 2008 amending Law No. 31 of 2005 on Water Legislation. Country/Territory Syrian Arab Republic Document type Legislation Date 2008 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword Offences/penalties Governance Geographical area Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Decree consisting of 2 articles adds art.35 bis to the previous Law. It aims to stiffen penalties for those who violate the provisions of the Law on Water by deleting the extenuating circumstances discretionary and suspension provisions. Full text Arabic Website www.mowr.gov.sy References - Legislation Amends Law No. 31 of 16 November 2005 on Water Legislation. Legislation | Syrian Arab Republic | 2005 Keyword: Basic legislation, Inland waters, Traditional rights/customary rights, Water abstraction, Water rights, Water users' associations, Well sinking/boreholes, Institution, Irrigation, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX