Removal of parts from seized vessels, etc

(1) A Fisheries Officer may remove any part or parts from any vessel, vehicle or aircraft held in the custody of the Government for the purpose of immobilizing that vehicle or aircraft. (2) Any part or parts removed under sub-section (1) shall be kept safely and returned to the vessel, vehicle or aircraft upon its lawful release from custody. (3) No person, otherwise than acting under the authority of the Fisheries Administrator, shall possess or arrange to obtain any part or parts removed under sub-section (1) or possess or 62 Fisheries Resources arrange to obtain or make any replacement or substitute part or parts for those removed under sub-section (1) or shall fit or attempt to fit any part or parts or any replacement or substitute part or parts to a vessel, vehicle or aircraft held in the custody of the Government.