Magnet fishing
Magnet fishing , also called magnetic fishing , describes the search for ferromagnetic objects, usually with a permanent magnet made of a neodymium-iron-boron alloy, in water.
The magnet is usually attached with a string or rope and thrown into the water repeatedly.
Legal situation in Germany
The legal situation in Germany is controversial. It has not been finally clarified whether the actual act of magnet fishing is illegal or whether it is just the taking away of found objects.
In Hamburg, magnetic fishing does not fall under the permission-free public use of the waters, but is a special use that requires a permit.
Should you find a ground monument , two alternative regulations apply in Germany: treatment according to the " Hadrian division " or treatment according to the treasure shelf . Most federal states deviate from the Hadrian division through the opening clause in Art. 73 EGBGB and make use of the state right of appropriation for ground monuments . The finder is subject to an obligation to notify in accordance with all state monument protection laws. For example, Section 11 (2) of the Brandenburg Monument Protection Act stipulates that the discoverer, the person authorized to dispose of the body of water and the manager of the work during which the find was discovered must report the find.
In 15 of the 16 German federal states , the monument protection laws contain a provision that provides for the treasure shelf.
The only exception is Bavaria, which is the only state that does not have a treasure shelf. However, it can still secure outstanding finds on the basis of other provisions (e.g. delivery against compensation) and can also be used for scientific processing regardless of the question of ownership.
environment
While magnetic fishing helps to keep the water cleaner in most cases, it can also be harmful. This can damage the biological equilibrium if you practice magnetic fishing during spawning times. This is especially true for waters with threatened species.
hazards
Weapons such as ammunition or weapons, which usually originate from the First and Second World Wars, are repeatedly recovered during magnetic fishing . Due to rust or soiling, these are often not recognizable as such for laypeople at first glance and harbor a high risk potential. The Hamburg environmental authority therefore warns against magnetic fishing and describes it as a "dangerous hobby".
See also
Individual evidence
- ↑ https://www.hamburg.de/wasser/13365448/magnetangeln/
- ↑ Dangerous hobby: environmental authorities warn against magnetic fishing. Süddeutsche Zeitung , May 23, 2019, accessed on August 27, 2019 .