California · Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC
HNC §1146: A pilot shall refuse a pilotage assignment if he or she is physically or mentally fatigued and has a reasonable belief that the assignment cannot be carried out in a competent and safe manner.
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A pilot must decline a pilotage assignment if fatigued and reasonably believes performing it safely and competently is not possible.
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