§ 4308. Termination of unsafe operation

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If an official charged with the enforcement of this chapter observes a recreational vessel being operated without sufficient lifesaving or firefighting devices or in an overloaded or other unsafe condition (as defined in regulations prescribed under this chapter) and, in the judgment of the official, the operation creates an especially hazardous condition, the official may direct the individual in charge of the recreational vessel to take immediate and reasonable steps necessary for the safety of individuals on board the vessel, including directing the individual in charge to return to a mooring and to remain there until the situation creating the hazard is corrected or ended.

(Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 532; Pub. L. 99–307, § 1(9), May 19, 1986, 100 Stat. 445.)

Section 4308 authorizes an appropriate official to terminate the unsafe operation of recreational vessels. If the official observes the vessel being operated without sufficient lifesaving or firefighting devices or in an overloaded or other unsafe condition (as defined in regulations) and believes the operation creates an especially hazardous condition, the operator may be directed to take immediate and reasonable steps necessary for safety, including returning to a mooring and remaining there until the hazard is corrected or ended. This does not prevent the assessment of any applicable civil penalties nor the pursuing of appropriate criminal action.

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§ 177.04
Order of unsafe condition.

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Public Law 99–307
To make miscellaneous changes in laws affecting the United States Coast Guard, and Tor other purposes

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Pub. L. 98–89
97 Stat. 532
Pub. L. 99–307, § 1(9)
100 Stat. 445
Pub. L. 99–307

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§ 4308

Termination of unsafe operation

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Pub. L.Pub. L. 98–89

Stat.97 Stat. 532

Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–307, § 1(9)

Stat.100 Stat. 445

Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–307

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