2009 Rhode Island Code
Title 46 - Waters and Navigation
CHAPTER 46-12.5.1 - Oil Pollution Control
§ 46-12.5.1-4 - Ballast water discharge.
SECTION 46-12.5.1-4
§ 46-12.5.1-4 Ballast water discharge. – (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, no person shall cause or permit the discharge of contaminated ballast water from a vessel into the water of the state.
(b) The master of a vessel may discharge contaminated ballast water from a vessel only if it is necessary for the safety of the vessel and no alternative action is feasible to ensure the safety of the vessel.
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