Rice

Enforcement and Sanctions

The Trade and Industry Department works closely with the Customs and Excise Department to check whether rice is exported or imported under and in accordance with a licence. Any person who contravenes the licensing requirements may be prosecuted and liable on conviction to a maximum penalty of a fine of $50,000 and imprisonment of one year. In addition, the Department may take administrative action, independent and irrespective of legal action mentioned above, against the parties to a licence.

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