s 105AA
In forcePerson fishing for conserved fish stock on high seas without a concession—strict liability
Part 6Surveillance and enforcement
Division 5AOffences in places beyond the AFZ
Subdivision AAustralian‑flagged boats beyond the AFZ
105AA Person fishing for conserved fish stock on high seas without a concession—strict liability
(1)
A person commits an offence if:
(a)
the person uses a boat for fishing; and
(b)
the fishing is for a conserved fish stock; and
(c)
the boat is an Australian‑flagged boat; and
(d)
the boat is on the high seas in a part of the conservation area for the fish stock; and
(e)
the fishing is not authorised by a fishing concession.
(2)
The offence is punishable on conviction by a fine of not more than 60 penalty units.
(3)
An offence under this section is an offence of strict liability.
Note:
For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code.
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