(1) A local fisheries management authority designated under section 18(1)(b) shall make by-laws, not inconsistent with this Act or any regulations made under this Act, regulating the conduct of fishing operations in the designated area.
(2) By-laws made under subsection (1) shall be approved by the Minister and published in the Gazette before they come into effect.
(3) By-laws made under subsection (2) may provide that a breach of any by-law shall constitute an offence and may provide for penalties on summary conviction by way of fine not exceeding $ 10,000.