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Law enforcement pertaining to illicit trafficking in rhinoceros horn and other trophies

J. Wright
Koedoe | Vol 32, No 2 | a477 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.4102/koedoe.v32i2.477 | © 1989 J. Wright | This work is licensed under CC Attribution 4.0
Submitted: 21 October 1989 | Published: 21 October 1989

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J. Wright, South African Narcotics Bureau, South Africa

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Abstract

Selected Papers from the Rhinoceros Conservation Workshop, Skukuza, Kruger National Park,31 August – 4 September 1988 The effective police control of illegal traffic in game trophies, as well as the procedures used by law enforcement officers in their investigations are discussed. It is also very relevant to wildlife officers dealing with law enforcement to be aware of, and to understand the statutory restraints placed on their methods of investigation by law. Existing law enforcement bodies on the international scene are mentioned.

Keywords

Interpol, game trophies, police, rhinoceros hom, investigative procedures, Commission Regatoire, Customs Cooperation Council.

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