Forensic analysis of pollution incidents
Forensic analysis of pollution incidents
Any discharge or spillage of a pollutant which is likely to cause changes in the natural characteristics of the marine environment shall be prohibited by law and punishable under national law and international conventions. However, given the extensive Exclusive Economic Zone and high maritime traffic, particularly oil tankers, but also the practice of washing tanks and cargo holds, the risk of pollution incidents in the maritime area under national jurisdiction is very high.