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Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992.

Country
Type of law
Legislation
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Abstract
This Act regulates the cutting of trees near the external frontiers of Pakistan. The Act consists of 11 sections.
It shall be prohibited, without a prior written approval of the authorized officer, to cut, fell or damage any tree growing in the two zones as specified in section 3. Penalty provisions are given in section 4 and the fines shall vary depending on the zone in which the offences have taken place. Section 6 deals with the seizure and confiscation of property. The Provincial Government may make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act.
Date of text
Notes
The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act (LXXIV of 1975) shall be repealed.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No