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Law No. 11/99 on Flora and Fauna conservation and protected areas.

Type of law
Legislation
Source


Abstract
This Law is composed of five Chapters divided in 47 articles. It provides basic legislation for flora and fauna conservation and protected areas with the aim of protecting biological diversity and promoting, at the same time, its social and economical sustainable use. In particular, the Law classifies protected species and regulates protected areas’ system.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force according to legal terms.
Notes
This Law repeals all contrary provisions, in particular Decree No. 40 040 of 20 January 1955.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Lei n.º 11/99: Conservação da Fauna, Flora e das Áreas Protegidas.
Amends