Republic Act No. 5474

: Republic Act No. 5474 makes it unlawful for any person, association, or corporation to catch, sell, purchase, or possess the fish species called "ipon" in the Province of Ilocos Norte during the period from November of each year to January of the succeeding year, inclusive.
: It is unlawful from November of each year to January of the succeeding year, inclusive.
: It applies to the whole Province of Ilocos Norte.
: The criminal liability shall devolve upon the president, director, manager, or managing partner responsible for the violation.
: A fine not exceeding five thousand pesos, or imprisonment of not less than five years, or both such fine and imprisonment at the discretion of the court.
: Yes, having in possession any of the fish species called "ipon" during the prohibited period is unlawful.
: No, it applies to any person, association, or corporation.
: The maximum fine is five thousand pesos.
: It took effect upon its approval on June 21, 1969.
: Yes, corporations can be held liable, and the liability devolves on the officers responsible.