FEDERAL LAW

183.23 - Capacity marking required

Each boat must be marked in the manner prescribed in Sec.s 183.25 and 183.27 with the maximum persons capacity in whole numbers of persons and in pounds, the maximum weight capacity in pounds, determined under Sec.s 183.33 through 183.43, and the maximum horsepower capacity determined under Sec. 183.53 or the statement “This Boat Not Rated for Propulsion by a Motor”.