Offences

The RMA creates a range of criminal offences for contravening the provisions of the Act.  There are three levels of offences under the RMA

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Types of offences

For information about the types of offences under the RMA click here

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Who can be prosecuted?

For information about who can be prosecuted under the RMA click here

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How are offences prosecuted?

For information about how offences are prosecuted click here

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What should you do if you suspect an offence?

For information about what to do if you suspect an offence is occurring click here

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What are the relevant legal provisions?

Sections 338 to 342 of the RMA.

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Where can you get further information?

Further information is available on the Ministry for the Environment's website 'An Everyday Guide to the Resource Management Act', click here for details.

Environmental & Resource Management Law, Nolan D (ed), 2005 (Chapter 18).