Country
Territorial subdivision
Court
Type of court
Seat of court
Yokadouma
Court jurisdiction
Date of opinion
2013
Abstract
The accused NAMEIBIO Delaine was arrested by elements of the conservation service in Mbol 12, a protected zone. She was found in possession of Gorilla and Deer meat. Upon arrest, she could not legally back up her presence in the protected area and the possession of totally protected animal species. During interrogations, she pleaded guilty and recognized committing the offence as charged. At the close of interrogations, she was transmitted before the State Attorney for prosecution.
Language of document
French
Reference number
No. 157/COR
Charges
Illegal possession of protected class A, B and C protected animal species, illegal circulation in a protected area, and lack of a hunting permit.
Species
Deer,
Gorilla
Transnational
No
Decision
She was found guilty as charged.
Appealed
No
Penalty
She was sentenced to pay 350.000 XAF for fines, 26.000 XAF for costs, and 1.450.000 XAF as civil damages to the State of Cameroon through the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife.
Legislation cited
Law No. 94-01 of 20th January 1994 to lay down forestry, fisheries and wildlife regulations
Penal Code, sec. 74