Resolution SEMA No. 17/2014 prohibiting the use of gillnets (single or trammel nets) and any kind of cast throw net. Country/Territory Brazil Territorial subdivision Paraná Document type Regulation Date 2014 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Fishing gear/fishing method Mesh Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Inland fisheries Fishery management and conservation Geographical area Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force on the day of its publication. Abstract This Resolution, consisting of 5 articles, considering the Norm No. 26 of 2 September 2009, regulating fishing activity in the river basin of the Paraná River, prohibits the use of gillnets (single or trammel nets) and any kind of cast throw net within the waters under the jurisdiction of the State of Paraná. Sanctions to be paid by offenders shall be applied in compliance with Law No. 7.679, November 1988, Law No. 9.605 of 12 February 1988, Decree No. 6514 of 22 July 2008 and other relevant regulations. Full text Portuguese Website www.normasbrasil.com.br References - Legislation Implements Law No. 11.959 on Sustainable Development Policy on Fisheries and Aquaculture. Legislation | Brazil | 2009 Keyword: Framework law, Marine fisheries, Aquaculture, Mariculture, Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Policy/planning, Agricultural development, Community management, Sustainable use, Non-commercial fishing, Artisanal fishing Source: FAO, FAOLEX Amended by Resolution SEMA No. 22/2014 establishing a temporary suspension for a period of 180 days the prohibition of use of gillnets and any kind of cast throw net. Legislation | Brazil | 2014 Keyword: Fishing gear/fishing method, Mesh, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Seasons, Institution Source: FAO, FAOLEX