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Accidents and reportingQuestion 315 of 352

An accident happens outside the State where the boat is numbered. Where is the report sent?

  1. To the authority where the accident occurred
  2. To the nearest Coast Guard cutter
  3. To the boat maker
  4. To the first marina
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Correct answer: To the authority where the accident occurred

For an out-of-State accident, the report may go to the authority where it happened.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 173: Vessel Numbering and Casualty and Accident Reporting, § 173.59 Where to submit report

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026