S.L. 425.17 Art. 7Amount of fines.

In determining the amount of the fine (multa) which is to be imposed according to these regulations, the sanctioning authority shall take into account the following criteria, as applicable:

(a) the objective circumstances in which the offence was committed; (FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE)

(b) the nature and the extent of the damage caused to fishing resources and the marine environment as a result of the offence;

(c) the nature and the extent of any danger caused to public health and, or human life;

(d) the overexploitation, and degree thereof, of the fishing resources affected;

(e) the area in which the illegal fishing activities were carried out, and whether any applicable prohibitions or specific authorisations applied;

(f) the overall actions of the offender in the commission of the offence and in relation to the enforcement thereof;

(g) the economic situation of the offender; and

(h) the proportionality, dissuasiveness and effectiveness of the overall sanctions to be imposed.