Section 49L:
Conditions for introfuction from sea of scheduled specimens.
1[49L. Conditions for introduction from sea of scheduled specimens.--(1) The introduction from
the sea of a specimen of a species included in Appendices I or II of Schedule IV shall require the prior
grant and presentation of a certificate of introduction from the sea.
(2) A certificate of introduction from the sea shall not be granted unless--
(a) the Scientific Authority has advised that the introduction of any specimen will not be
detrimental to the survival of the species;
(b) in the case of a specimen of a species listed in Appendix I of Schedule IV, the
Management Authority is satisfied that it is not to be used for primarily commercial purposes and
that the proposed recipient of any living specimen is suitably equipped to house and care for it;
and
(c) in the case of a living specimen of a species listed in Appendix II of Schedule IV, the
Management Authority is satisfied that it will be so handled as to minimise the risk of injury,
damage to health or cruel treatment.]
Notes:
1. Ins. by Act 18 of 2022, s. 30 (w.e.f. 1-4-2023).