19 U.S.C. § 70 : US Code - Section 70: Obstruction of revenue officers by masters of vessels

Search 19 U.S.C. § 70 : US Code - Section 70: Obstruction of revenue officers by masters of vessels

If the master of any vessel shall obstruct or hinder, or shall
intentionally cause any obstruction or hindrance to any officer in
lawfully going on board such vessel, for the purpose of carrying
into effect any of the revenue or navigation laws of the United
States, he shall for every such offense be liable to a penalty of
not more than $2,000 nor less than $500.