Arrest of Vessel or Aircraft Departing Before Entry Made.
Section 1209
SEC. 1209. Arrest of Vessel or Aircraft Departing Before Entry Made. – When a vessel or aircraft arriving within the limits of a Customs District from a foreign port departs or attempts to depart before entry shall have been made, not being thereunto compelled by stress of weather, duress of enemies, or other necessity, the District Collector of the port may cause the arrest and bring back such vessel or aircraft to the most convenient port with the assistance of other concerned agencies.