Prohibition Against Extraction of Gravel and Sand from Beaches
Batas Pambansa Blg. 265, enacted on November 13, 1982, prohibits the extraction of gravel and sand from beaches to protect their natural beauty. Exceptions exist for the extraction of silica sand, which may be regulated by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Violators of this law face penalties including imprisonment for at least six months, fines starting at one thousand pesos, or both, at the court's discretion. The law took effect upon its approval and was published in the Official Gazette on October 17, 1983.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Batas Pambansa Blg. 265
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Mga Batas Pambansa
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
November 13, 1982
BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 265
AN ACT PROHIBITING THE EXTRACTION OF GRAVEL AND SAND FROM BEACHES AND PROVIDING PENALTIES THEREFOR
SECTION 1. Any provision of law, presidential decree, rule or regulation to the contrary notwithstanding, the extraction of gravel and sand and such other activities as would erode or diminish the natural beauty of beaches are prohibited: Provided, however, That the extraction of silica sand may be allowed under such rules as may be promulgated by the Ministry of Natural Resources consistent with the objectives of this Act.
SECTION 2. Any person who violate the provision of this Act shall be punished with imprisonment of not less than six months or fine of not less than one thousand pesos or both such imprisonment and fine at the discretion of the court.
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved: November 13, 1982 (P.B. No. 1192)
Published in the Official Gazette, Vol. 79 No. 42 Page 5969 on October 17, 1983.
Cite This Law
Prohibition Against Extraction of Gravel and Sand from Beaches, Batas Pambansa Blg. 265, Nov 13, 1982 (Philippines)
Prohibition Against Extraction of Gravel and Sand from Beaches, Batas Pambansa Blg. 265 (Phil. 1982)
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