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3. Non-Human life
 
  3.3 Life ecosystems  
  Article 119-Protected life ecosystems  
119.1 Protected life ecosystems  
  A protected ecosystem is an ecosystem that is protected by law from exploitation or damage.  
  Where an ecosystem is listed as protected, it shall not be permitted to disturb or exploit the area for whatever reason.  
  An offence against this article shall be considered a serious civil offence.  
  The deliberate destruction of part of a protected life ecosystem shall however be considered a serious criminal offence against the property of the state and liable to both heavy fine and imprisonment.  
  A company that is guilty of such criminal action may further be liable for liquidation and the confiscation of all the assets of its directors.  
     
 
 

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