The Public Prosecutor's Office and the Likouala Departmental Directorate of Forestry Economy vs Aleka Michel, Sombo Bienvenu

Country
Territorial subdivision
Seat of court
Impfondo
Court jurisdiction
Date of opinion
2014
Abstract

On December 27, 2013, Aleka Michel and Sombo Bienvenu decided to organize a hunting expedition during the closure period. While they were at the camp preparing to go back to the village, they were surprised by the eco-guards.

Language of document
French
Charges
Illegal hunting during a closed period.
Transnational
No
Decision
Aleka Michel and Sombo Bienvenu were found guilty of illegal hunting during a closed period.
Appealed
No
Penalty
Aleka Michel and Sombo Bienvenu were sentenced to 2 years firm imprisonment and to pay XAF 100000 (one hundred thousand) as fines each. An arrest warrant was established against them. The imprisonment per body was fixed to 4 months for the recovery of fines and to 1 month for court fees.
Legislation cited
Law No 37-2008 of 28 November 2008 on wildlife and protected areas