Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)RegulationsMerchant Shipping (Automatic Identification System) Regulations, 200410. Offence (failing to ensure automatic identification system is in operation) |
| (1) | The master of a ship commits an offence if — |
| (a) | the ship is required by regulation 6 to be fitted with an automatic identification system; and |
| (b) | the automatic identification system is not in operation at all times. |
| (2) | Subregulation (1) does not apply if the master has a reasonable excuse. |
| (3) | An offence in terms of subregulation (1) is punishable upon conviction by a fine or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding 12 months. |