33 C.F.R. § 20.702 Burden of proof.
Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters
(a) Except for an affirmative defense, or as provided by paragraph (b) of this section, the Coast Guard bears the burden of proof. (b) Except as otherwise provided by statute or rule, the proponent of a motion, request, or order bears the burden of proof.
Title 33: Navigation and Navigable Waters
PART 20—RULES OF PRACTICE, PROCEDURE, AND EVIDENCE FOR FORMAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COAST GUARD
Subpart G—Hearings
§ 20.702 Burden of proof.