Rules on Fish Sanctuaries in Laguna de Bay

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LLDA Resolution NO. 136, S. 2000: Rules on Fish Sanctuaries in Laguna de Bay

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Rules on Fish Sanctuaries in Laguna de Bay

Law: Llda No. 136, S. 2000

Decision Date: Jun 29, 2000

The Philippine law establishes rules and regulations for the establishment and management of fish sanctuaries in Laguna de Bay, aiming to preserve fish and aquatic life and prohibit activities that may harm the ecosystems of these protected areas.

Law Summary

Purpose and Scope

The rules establish guidelines for creating and managing fish sanctuaries, which are protected zones within Laguna de Bay.
Sanctuaries serve to maintain fish and aquatic life populations, rehabilitate depleted fishery areas, and support adjoining areas where fishing is permitted.

Definition of Fish Sanctuary

A fish sanctuary is a designated protected area where fish and aquatic species can spawn, feed, and grow without disturbance.
All fishing and activities harmful to the sanctuary's ecosystem are strictly prohibited.

Technical Description of Fish Sanctuaries

Three fish sanctuaries are specifically designated within Laguna de Bay:
1. Rayap Fish Sanctuary (5,000 hectares) with detailed boundary coordinates.
2. Tabon Fish Sanctuary (126.27 hectares) with defined boundary points.
3. Muntinlupa Fish Sanctuary (30.12 hectares) with precise delimitation.

Coordination and Management

LLDA holds policy-setting and administrative authority over fish sanctuaries.
Coordination is mandated with DA-BFAR, LGUs of Binangonan, Cardona, Jala-Jala, Muntinlupa City, and Bay, Laguna.

Law Enforcement

Enforcement responsibility lies primarily with Philippine National Police-Maritime Command (PNP-MariCom) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).
These agencies collaborate with concerned LGUs for fishery law enforcement.
Other law enforcement bodies may support enforcement operations.

Prohibited Acts

No person or entity may fish within sanctuary boundaries.
Prohibited to dispose any organic/inorganic waste or polluting substances into sanctuaries.
Destruction or damage of installed materials, equipment, or infrastructure for sanctuaries is forbidden.

Penal and Civil Liabilities

Violators subject to criminal prosecution under provisions of R.A. 4850, as amended.
An administrative fine of Php 5,000 will be imposed after due process.
Corporate or organizational liability extends to responsible officers.
LLDA may initiate civil actions for damages caused by violations.

Amendments

LLDA reserves the right to amend or modify the rules and regulations at any time.

Effectivity

The rules take effect 15 days post-publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

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