### Question
How does the law define maximum extent practicable?


### Answer
Under *16 U.S.C. § 1387*, **maximum extent practicable** is defined as:

> to the lowest level that is feasible for such fisheries within the 6-month period

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 1387*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 31-MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER II-CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION OF MARINE MAMMALS**

