Consumer Affairs Commission

Delivery of  Contaminated Petroleum Illegal

Any person who knowingly delivers contaminated petroleum to any person for distribution shall be guilty of an offence and is liable to be fined or imprisoned.

Sale of Contaminated Petroleum Illegal

Any person who knowingly sells or offers for sale contaminated petroleum, is guilty of an offence and can be fined or imprisoned. If convicted, the license granted under the Act is by virtue of the conviction revoked.

Registration Required for Persons Selling or Hauling Petroleum

It is a criminal offence to sell petroleum unless the person doing so is licensed under the Act. It is also a criminal offence to engage in the business of transporting petroleum unless the person doing so is a licensed haulage contractor and is registered under the Act.  Anyone who flouts this law, if convicted, can be fined or imprisoned. 

Provided by Ministry of Justice