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title: "Damaging state forest ditches, drainage systems and roads (Art. 73)"
url: "https://legal.ge/en/service/administrative-and-public-law-en/damaging-state-forest-ditches-drainage-systems-and-roads-art-73-en"
field: "Administrative & Public Law"
description: "Art. 73: damaging ditches, drainage systems and roads of the state forest draws a fine of GEL 150. Legal.ge."
updated: "2026-10-14"
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# Damaging state forest ditches, drainage systems and roads (Art. 73)

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## The purpose of Article 73

Article 73 of the Code of Administrative Offences of Georgia establishes administrative liability for the destruction or damage of forest drainage ditches, drainage systems and roads located on state forest land. The norm serves to protect the infrastructure of the state forest fund — the engineering and transport facilities on which the maintenance, protection and rational use of the forest depend.

The purpose of the article is clear: forest drainage ditches and drainage systems reduce waterlogging and support the natural regeneration of the forest, while forest roads serve both forestry operations and fire protection measures. Damaging these facilities harms the entire forest economy, which is why the legislature responds with an administrative sanction.

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### What is the fine for damaging ditches, drainage systems and roads of the state forest?

Under Article 73, such conduct entails a fine in the amount of 150 lari.

### Which objects are protected by this article?

Forest drainage ditches, drainage systems and roads located on state forest land.

### Is only destruction punishable?

No — liability arises both where the object is destroyed and where it is damaged.

### Does the article provide an increased fine for repetition?

No — Article 73 provides a single sanction, a fine of 150 lari; no separate sanction for repetition is established in this norm.

### Where can I get legal support?

The Legal.ge team offers full consultations on administrative law matters — we will help you review the case materials and defend your rights.