81Use of electrical devices prohibited in all waters

81 Use of electrical devices prohibited in all waters

81 Use of electrical devices prohibited in all waters

(1) A person must not use an electrical device for the purpose of taking fish in any waters.

Maximum penalty—100 penalty units.

(2) It is a defence to a prosecution for an offence under this clause if the person charged satisfies the court that the acts constituting the alleged offence were done—

(a) in pursuance of a permit issued by the Secretary, and

(b) in accordance with the conditions of the permit.