The Law determines principles for circulation of genetically modified organisms in Latvia. Its purpose is to achieve high level of safety in all stages of circulation of genetically modified organisms in order to prevent the negative impact on human and animal health or the environment, to preserve biological diversity, to promote the development of sustainable agriculture and biotechnology, as well as the co-existence of genetically modified crops concurrently with organic and conventional farming. The Law prescribes the competence of State authorities, the rights and duties of natural and legal persons, the principles, supervision and control for the circulation of genetically modified organisms including those for co-existence of modified crops, public participation, liability and legal protection of persons, as well as security measures and circulation of information for the prevention of any possible emergency situation.