REPUBLIC ACT 9147: Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001

Flashcards covering key terms, policies, objectives, permissible and illegal acts, permits, and penalties related to the Philippine Republic Act 9147 (Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001).

REPUBLIC ACT 9147

Known as the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001, approved on July 30, 2001, and effective August 18, 2001.

RA 9147 State Policy

To conserve Philippine wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainability.

RA 9147 Objectives

Species and Habitat Conservation, Regulation of wildlife collection and trade, Compliance with international treaty obligations, and Knowledge-building.

Scope of RA 9147

All wildlife species found in all areas of the Philippines, including NIPAS areas, critical habitats, and exotic species.

Wildlife Collectors Permit (WCP)

Permit required for the collection of wildlife, ensuring appropriate and acceptable techniques.

Certificate of Wildlife Registration (CWR)

Permit required for the possession of wildlife or the collection/possession of by-products and derivatives, provided the source is not illegal.

Local Transport Permit (LTP)

Permit required for local transport of wildlife, by-products, and derivatives, unless prejudicial to wildlife or public health.

Import/Export/Re-export Permits (RA 9147)

Permits authorized by the Secretary for exporting or importing wildlife species, subject to strict compliance and capable recipients.

Introduction, Reintroduction or Restocking of Endemic or Indigenous Wildlife (RA 9147)

Allowed only for population enhancement or recovery purposes with prior clearance from the Secretary, based on scientific study and public consultation.

Introduction of Exotic Wildlife (RA 9147)

Requires clearance from the Secretary and is strictly prohibited in protected areas and critical habitats under no circumstances.

Bioprospecting (RA 9147)

Allowed upon execution of an undertaking outlining compliance with terms and conditions imposed by the Secretary to protect biological diversity.

Wildlife Gratuitous Permit (WGP)

Permit issued by the Secretary for the collection and utilization of biological resources for scientific research, not commercial purposes, requiring prior clearance from concerned bodies.

Illegal Acts under RA 9147

Unlawful exploitation of wildlife resources and habitats, including killing/destroying, inflicting injury, damaging critical habitats, illegal trading, unauthorized collecting/hunting/possession, gathering nests, maltreating, and illegal transporting.

Exceptions to Killing/Destroying Wildlife (RA 9147)

Allowed during religious rituals of indigenous groups (if not threatened species), when wildlife has an incurable communicable disease, to end its misery, to prevent imminent danger to humans, or after authorized research/experiments.

Illegal Acts in Critical Habitats (RA 9147)

Includes dumping waste, squatting, mineral exploration/extraction, burning, logging, and quarrying.

Penalties for Killing Critically Endangered Species (RA 9147)

Imprisonment of 6 years and 1 day to 12 years, and fines ranging from P100,000 to P1,000,000.

Penalties for Damaging Critical Habitats (RA 9147)

Imprisonment of 1 month to 8 years, and fines ranging from P5,000 to P5,000,000.

Forfeiture of Illegal Items (RA 9147)

All wildlife, derivatives, by-products, paraphernalia, tools, and conveyances used in violations shall be forfeited to the government, unless owned by innocent third parties.

Alien Offenders (RA 9147)

Shall be deported after serving their sentence and paying fines, without further legal proceedings.

Inflation Adjustment for Fines (RA 9147)

Fines prescribed under the Act shall be increased by at least ten percent (10%) every three (3) years to address inflation and maintain deterrent function.