36 C.F.R. § 3.5 Inspections.
Title 36 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property
(a) Authorized persons may at any time stop or board a vessel to examine documents, licenses or permits relating to operation of the vessel, and to inspect such vessel to determine compliance with regulations pertaining to safety equipment and operation. (b) An authorized person who observes a vessel being operated without sufficient lifesaving or firefighting devices, or in an overloaded or unsafe condition, as defined in United States Coast Guard or National Park Service regulations, may direct the operator to take immediate and reasonable steps necessary for the safety of those aboard the vessel, including but not limited to directing the operator to: (1) Correct the hazardous condition immediately; (2) Proceed to a mooring, dock, or anchorage; or (3) Suspend further use of the boat until the hazardous condition is corrected. (c) Violation of directions issued in accordance with paragraph (b) of this section is prohibited.
Title 36: Parks, Forests, and Public Property
PART 3—BOATING AND WATER USE ACTIVITIES
§ 3.5 Inspections.
