HRS §189-1.5
Definition of state marine waters
This section defines what 'state marine waters' means for the whole chapter. It covers the area from the highest wave wash on shore out to the limit of state authority, including the U.S. territorial sea. It does not create any duties or penalties.
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The statute, as written — State marine waters
As used in this chapter, state marine waters shall be defined as extending from the upper reaches of the wash of the waves on shore seaward to the limit of the State's police power and management authority, including the United States territorial sea, notwithstanding any law to the contrary.
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