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Section 250 - Navigation Act 2012 - Releasing a vessel from detention — Zoe

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#### 250 Releasing a vessel from detention (1) AMSA or an officer of Customs may release a detained vessel if AMSA or the officer of Customs is satisfied that its further detention is no longer necessary. (2) AMSA or an officer of Customs may release a detained vessel subject to conditions if AMSA or the officer of Customs considers that it is appropriate to do so.

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