Federal law and registrationQuestion 20 of 352

An operator ignores a boarding officer's direction to fix a hazard. What may happen?

  1. Nothing, if the boat is small
  2. A free inspection
  3. A new registration number
  4. Criminal and civil penalties
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Correct answer: Criminal and civil penalties

Not following the directions brings penalties in addition to any others.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 177: Correction of Especially Hazardous Conditions, § 177.08 Penalties

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