255Use of explosives and substances

### 255 Use of explosives and substances > > (1)  For the purpose of taking fish, a person must not in State waters – > > > > > > (a) use or attempt to use any explosive or any toxic or poisonous substance; or > > > > > > > (b) use or attempt to use any substance which may render fish incapable of movement; or > > > > > > > (c) cause or permit a shock, sound or vibration by the use of any means which is likely to stun, injure, kill or detrimentally affect any fish. > > > > Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 5 000 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years, or both. > > > (2)  In addition to imposing a penalty on a person for an offence under [subsection (1)](#GS255@Gs1@EN) , a court may order the person to pay compensation for any damage or loss caused to any other person as a result of that offence.