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Every fishery officer shall assist the authorised officer in the discharge of his duties and may- (a) interpose for the purpose of preventing, and shall to the best of his ability prevent, the commission of an offence punishable under this Act; (b) enter into any vessel or premises, for inspecting implements or fish therein and check the possession of the fishing licence and registration of the vessel; (c) conduct field verification of the fishing implements and crafts available with the parties who have applied for fishing licence; and (d) on knowing the desire of any person to commit an offence punishable under this Act, bring the same to the notice of the authorised officer. Power to enter and search fishing vessels