Authorized functions, powers, and duties.

§ 38.4 Authorized functions, powers, and duties. The executive authority of the Regional Director concerning the Midway Islands includes: (a) Issuance of citations for violations of this part and 50 CFR parts 25–32; (b) Abatement of any public nuisance upon the failure of the person concerned to comply with a removal notice; (c) Seizure of evidence; (d) Investigation of accidents and offenses; (e) Custody and disposal of lost or abandoned property; (f) Regulation of aircraft and boat traffic and safety; (g) Imposition of quarantines; (h) Evacuation of hazardous areas; (i) Lawful restraint, detention, confinement, and care of persons prior to their prompt transfer to the custody of the United States District Court for the District of Hawaii; (j) Lawful removal of person from the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge for cause; (k) Regulation of vehicle traffic and safety; (l) Performance of other lawful acts necessary for protecting the health and safety of persons and property on Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge; and (m) Issuance of lawful notices and orders necessary to the exercise of executive authority under this section.