(c) If the overtaking vessel is uncertain whether she is forward or aft from this direction from the
other vessel, she should assume that she is overtaking the vessel and shall yield the right of
way.
17-14.14 Right of Way–Fishing Vessel.
(a) Vessels underway shall yield the right of way to vessels fishing with lines in the water.
(b) This section shall not give to any vessel or boat engaged in fishing the right of totally
obstructing a channel used by vessels other than fishing vessels such that other vessels are
denied passage.
17-14.15 Garbage.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, while on any watercraft or any person while on the shores or
on any structure extending onto a waterway, to throw or discard into the waters any waste, debris,
oil, garbage or other fluids or solid materials which in any manner tend to pollute said water or on
the shores.
(b) Violations of this section will result in a mandatory civil fine of $200 per incident and may be
additionally punished under the Spokane Tribe’s Pollution Prevention Code.
17-14.16 Swimming and Bathing.
The following are prohibited:
(a) Swimming or bathing in locations designated as closed.
(b) Diving from vessels which are moving.
(c) Authorized Enforcement Personnel may prohibit the use of flotation devices, glass containers,
kites, or incompatible sporting activities within locations designated as swimming beaches.
(d) The Spokane Tribe of Indians does not provide lifeguards on any Tribal waters.
(1) A parent or adult guardian must be present when children under the age of 16 are on
the beach or in the water of designated swimming beaches and must supervise the
children's activity.
(2) Voice and visual contact must be maintained with the child.
(e) Violations of this section will result in a mandatory civil finr of $100 per incident.
17-15.01 Severability.
If any provisions of this Chapter or its application to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the
remainder of the Chapter or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be
effected.
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