What's the maximum punishment for negligently causing a service ship to be lost?

In Plain English

If you're a member of the Defence Force and you do something carelessly that results in a service ship being lost, stranded, or put in danger, you could face a maximum penalty of 6 months imprisonment.

Detailed Explanation

According to subsection 39(3) of the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982:

• A defence member commits an offence if:
  • the member engages in conduct; and
  • the conduct causes or allows a service ship to be lost, stranded or hazarded; and
  • the member is negligent as to whether the conduct will have that result.

The maximum punishment for this offence is imprisonment for 6 months.