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CurrentDischarge of distress signals
Part IIGeneral Police Provisions
Division IIOffences relating to good order and safety
18 Discharge of distress signals
In this section – distress signal means a flare or electronic device that is normally used to signal distress.
A person must not, without reasonable excuse, discharge a distress signal. Fine not exceeding 30 penalty units.
A person is not guilty of an offence under subsection (2) if the distress signal was discharged – for an emergency; or with the approval of the Marine and Safety Authority (established under the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997); or with the approval of a police officer of or above the rank of inspector.
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