§ 10104. Requirement to report sexual offenses

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(a) A master or other individual in charge of a documented vessel shall report to the Secretary a complaint of a sexual offense prohibited under chapter 109A of title 18, United States Code. (b) A master or other individual in charge of a documented vessel who knowingly fails to report in compliance with this section is liable to the United States Government for a civil penalty of not more than $5,000.

(Added Pub. L. 101–225, title II, § 214(a)(2), Dec. 12, 1989, 103 Stat. 1914.)

Prior Provisions

A prior section 10104, Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 561, related to regulations, prior to repeal by Pub. L. 101–225, § 214(a)(1).

                    
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