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CONTROL OF NAVAL WATERS REGULATION 2015 (SLI NO 27 OF 2015) - REG 12

Vessels not to anchor near navigable channels in naval waters

             (1)  The master of a vessel commits an offence of strict liability if:

                     (a)  the vessel is more than 10 metres in overall length; and

                     (b)  the master causes or permits the vessel:

                              (i)  to be anchored; or

                             (ii)  to be left at any time without a ship-keeper;

                            in or near any of the navigable channels of naval waters.

Penalty:  10 penalty units.

             (2)  Subsection (1) does not apply if the master has a reasonable excuse for the relevant conduct.

Note:           A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to the matter in this subsection (see section 13.3 of the Criminal Code ).



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