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Casinos, Betting Services warned against unlicensed operations in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Casinos and betting operators are being warned against unlicensed operations in the Virgin Islands (VI) pursuant to the Virgin Islands Gaming and Betting Control Act, 2020 (“VI Gaming Act”), along with the Proceeds of Criminal Conduct Act, 1997, as amended, and the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations 2008, as amended.
Nearly 200 non-compliant charter vessels detained by HM Customs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Some 184 vessels detained recently by the Her Majesty's Customs (HMP) have been given an extended grace period to pay up on fines or face stiffer penalties.
Broderick Penn blasted for demonising clampdown on defaulting charter boats
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Recently persons in the yacht charter industry have taken to social media to complain about the clampdown by HM Customs on vessels not in compliance with the territory’s laws, including not having a valid license or safety certificate.
‘Remember your life matters’- Premier Fahie to scooter riders
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The frequency of motor scooter accidents and the recklessness by some of those riders continue to get the attention of the Government of the Virgin Islands.
Police & DMV crackdown on hurricane damaged vehicles; hands tied, it’s the law
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) continues its crackdown on the roads by giving tickets and warnings to vehicles they deem unsafe to drive, such as those that have no seat belts, broken front and rear view mirrors and lights, severely disfigured, and pose a danger to other motorists, the Department of Motors Vehicles (DMV) has weighed in.
Over 15,000 vehicles licensed in VI for 2012 - Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Over 15,000 vehicles were licensed in the Virgin Islands for 2012 according to a report issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) which has been laid in the House of Assembly.
RVIPF seeks support for law abiding scooter operation
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Operations by officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force within the last two months has resulted in the seizure of ten cycles – five oversized motorbikes and five scooters -- for not being licenced, insured and registered; none of the scooter riders were, at the time of the seizure, wearing helmets.
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