(1) Where a vessel is seized under this Act,

(a) the master and crew shall take it to a port designated by the authorised officer, being the nearest or most convenient port, and

(b) the master is responsible for the safety of the vessel, the port charges and every person on board the vessel, including the crew and the authorised officer until the vessel arrives at the designated port.

(2) If the master fails or refuses to take the seized vessel to the designated port, the authorised officer or a person called on to assist the master, may do so.

(3) If a vessel is taken to port under subsection (2), a claim shall not be made against an authorised officer or the Government in respect of the damage, injury, loss or death which occurs while the vessel is being so taken, subject to this Act.

(4) The provisions relating to vessels and masters described in subsections (1) to (3) shall apply with necessary modification to vehicles and aircraft seized in accordance with this Act, and their drivers and pilots respectively.