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£500 penalty for fishing without a rod licence (21 July 2016)

Date: 21/07/2016
Duncan Lewis, Crime Solicitors, £500 penalty for fishing without a rod licence

The Environment Agency has prosecuted a Northamptonshire angler for fishing without a rod licence.

Roman Rybacki, 45, of Chaucer Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire was found to be fishing at Stanwick Lake Fisheries, Stanwick without a rod licence on 4 October, 2015.

At Northampton Magistrates’ Court, Rybacki was fined £150 and was ordered to pay £320 costs and a £20 victim surcharge.

After sentencing, Senior Enforcement Officer for the Environment Agency, Peter Stark, said:

“Anglers who fish without a valid rod licence need to be aware our water bailiffs are out checking – if they are caught, we won’t hesitate to prosecute.

“Every year across the country, thousands of anglers are prosecuted for not having a fishing licence – the maximum fine for those caught without a licence is £2,500.

“Any angler aged 12 or over, fishing on a river, canal or still water needs a licence.”

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There are Duncan Lewis offices nationwide – and Duncan Lewis can advise at the start of an investigation by the Environment Agency and before charges are brought.

For expert legal advice on environmental offences, call Duncan Lewis on 0333 772 0409.


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