Decree No. 22 of 1980 on the prohibition of specific materials in Kuwaiti Territorial Waters.

"It shall be unlawful to catch fish and other living marine organisms in Kuwaiti territorial waters by using explosives, poisonous or intoxicating substances, barbed fishing equipment, electric means, harpoon guns, or hooks" (art. 1). "Anyone violating the provisions of this Decree shall be subject to the penalties established by law" (art. 2).