Contact Us
To report a violation, call:
1-800-853-1964
To report a complaint, email:OLE.ComplaintHotline@noaa.gov
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Hefty Penalties for 86,000 Pounds of Illegal Fluke
August 19, 2013: Criminal charges have been levied against a New York fisherman for the illegal catch of more than 86,000 pounds of fluke. Read More . . .
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Beyond the Badge
August 27, 2013: Learn how NOAA support staff assist officers and agents in the field. Read More . . .
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Dolphin Mortality Events Prompt More Patrols
September 9, 2013: Unusual mortality events of dolphins along the East Coast spur increased presence of enforcement officers. Read More . . .
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Fighting for Global Sustainable Fisheries
Sept. 17, 2013: Pacific countries work together to promote sustainable fisheries and address illegal fishing in the Coral Triangle – a global epicenter of marine biodiversity. Read More . . .
From tackling seafood fraud nationally to helping crack down on illegal fishing internationally, we're here to make sure that those who obey the rules reap the benefits of fair competition and an even playing field in the market. We protect marine resources and their habitat and help safeguard the health of seafood consumers and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
- Final rule on dolphin-safe label for tuna products announced
- Emergency regulations for the California Swordfish/Thresher Shark Drift Gillnet Fishery
- Our 2013 Division Enforcement Priorities are now available online
Latest_News
- 09/25/2013
- Idaho Man Sentenced for Obstruction of Justice in Key West Marine Life Case
- 09/25/2013
- Idaho Aquarium and Employees Plead Guilty to Illegal Trafficking of Marine Life
- 09/25/2013
- Florida Keys Marine Life Dealers Plead Guilty to Illegal Trafficking of Marine Life
- 09/04/2013
- Penalties for Purse Seine Fishing Violations Total More Than $1.5 Million
- 08/20/2013
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Charges Filed in Bluefin Tuna Case WPTV, News Channel 5
