Fishing Offenses & Infractions

Law 22.584

Does this country's legislation require compliance with "international conservation and management measures" adopted by an RFMO in which it is a member?

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    Under Argentine Law 22.584, Argentina has implemented the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources, which has some similarities with an RFMO. It renders Argentina subject to the rules of the Antarctic Treaty.

National Fishing Law

Does the law/regulation contain any provisions related to abandoning or discarding gear, fish or fish product?

  • Article 21

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    The Enforcement Authority will determine the prohibited methods and techniques, equipment and fishing gear. The following acts are especially prohibited in all maritime spaces under Argentine jurisdiction: (m) Throwing discards and waste into the sea, contrary to responsible fishing practices;

Does the law/regulation contain any provisions related to harmful fishing methods and the sale of fish caught using such methods?

  • Article 21

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    The Enforcement Authority will determine the prohibited methods and techniques, equipment and fishing gear. The following acts are especially prohibited in all maritime spaces under Argentine jurisdiction: (o) Carry out any practice that threatens the sustainability of the fishing resource and responsible fishing practices.