Prohibited Acts and Practices of Domestic Ship Operators.
Section 16
SEC. 16. Prohibited Acts and Practices of Domestic Ship Operators. — The MARINA shall have the power to impose such fines and penalties against every domestic ship operator who shall: Operate without a valid certificate of public convenience, accreditation or other form of authority required by this Act; Refuse to accept or carry any passenger or cargo without just cause; Fail to maintain its vessels in safe and serviceable condition, or violate safety rules and regulations; Fail to obtain or maintain adequate insurance coverage; Fail to meet or maintain safe manning requirements; and Such other acts which the MARINA shall determine, after due notice and hearing, to be detrimental or prejudicial to the safety, stability and integrity of domestic shipping. CHAPTER VIIFEES, FINES AND PENALTIES