Section 216
of Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1960
State OrdinanceIn forceProvision 216 of 280
Section 216
(1)
The Receiver of Wreck may, with a view to such preservation as aforesaid of shipwrecked persons, or of the vessel, cargo, or apparel –
(a)
require such persons as he thinks necessary to assist him;
(b)
require the master, or other person having charge, of any vessel near at hand to give such aid with his men or vessel as may be in his power; and
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(c)
demand the use of any vehicle or of any draught animal that may be near at hand.
(2)
If any person refuses without reasonable cause to comply with any such requisition or demand, that person shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable to a fine of two thousand dollars.
Power to pass over adjoining lands.