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(a) A master failing to maintain an official logbook as required by this part is liable to the United States Government for a civil penalty of $200.
(b) A master failing to make an entry in the vessel's official logbook as required by this part is liable to the Government for a civil penalty of $200.
(c) A person is liable to the Government for a civil penalty of $150 when the person makes, procures to be made, or assists in making, an entry in the vessel's official logbook--
(1) later than 24 hours after the vessel's arrival at the final port of discharge; and
(2) that is about an occurrence that happened before that arrival.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 46 U.S.C. § 11303 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 46. Shipping § 11303. Penalties - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-46-shipping/46-usc-sect-11303/
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