Malfeasance; Penalties

Sec. 63.045. MALFEASANCE; PENALTIES. (a) On proof that a branch or deputy pilot took charge of a vessel while intoxicated, the branch or deputy pilot shall: (1) for the first offense, be suspended for one month; and (2) for the second offense, be dismissed and rendered incapable of serving as either a branch or deputy pilot. (b) A branch or deputy pilot who wilfully or negligently causes the wreck of a vessel shall be dismissed and disqualified from again serving as either a branch or deputy pilot. Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.