(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) , 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.