Sabah dive resort fined RM15K for using unlicensed tourist boat

By SANDRA SOKIAL

KOTA KINABALU: A dive resort in Semporna has been fined RM15,000 by a Tawau Magistrate's Court for using an unlicensed boat to transport guests.

Magistrate Don Stiwin Malanjum imposed the fine on Thursday (Nov 7) after a company representative pleaded guilty to charges under Section 20(1) of the Tourism Industry Act 1992, punishable under Section 20(2) of the same law.

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