People v Cubelo

In relation to illegal fishing defined in sec 2 of RA 10654.

Intent (to fish illegally) may be presumed from the result of the act. People do not usually assume the
risk of handling explosives such as dynamite with its consequent dangers to human life and waste the
value of said explosives which could otherwise be utilized for legitimate purposes, just for fun.

Chapter 2- RA 8550, no amendment in RA 10654

GR: The use of Philippine Waters is exclusive to Filipino Citizens.

Except: research and educational purposes that would also benefit Filipino citizens.

Need for EIS and ECC.

Municipal fisheries shall be under jurisdiction of their respective LGUs.
Commercial fishing should be licensed by the department