In the event that non-native aquatic organisms are released or escape from a permitted facility into waters of the state, the Department shall notify the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) as soon as possible. If the MDWFP determines that the presence of these non- native organisms could become or is detrimental to native fishes, MDWFP personnel may attempt to remove or eradicate all non-native organisms. All costs necessary to effect removal or eradication will or may require reimbursement to MDWFP by the aquaculturist responsible for the release or escape, if proved to be the fault of the aquaculturist through neglect and/or mismanagement. The aquaculturist shall not be responsible for acts of nature and/or unforeseen occurrences such as floods, lightning, or sabotage.
2 Miss. Code. R. 1-4-11-105.04