REPORT OF SEXUAL OFFENSE
APPLIES TO: ALL DOCUMENTED VESSELS.
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REQUIREMENTS:
The master or individual in charge shall report to the Coast Guard a
complaint of a sexual offense prohibited under chapter 18 USC 109A.
A master or individual in charge who knowingly fails to report in
compliance with this section could face a civil penalty of not more
than ,000.
Any reports of sexual offenses made to a Boarding Officer shall be
immediately forwarded to the District Fishing Vessel Safety
Coordinator for action.
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STANDARD:
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INSTRUCTORS NOTES:
Assault is NOT harassment.
Forward report to MSO for evaluation and further action.
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REFERENCES: 46 USC 10104
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