Alaska § 05.25.012 - Diver's flag.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 05.25.012 — Diver's flag., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 05.25.012. Diver's flag.
A person who is in the water using an underwater breathing device may display a diver's flag constructed of rigidly supported material at least 12 inches by 12 inches in area of red background with a white diagonal stripe. This diver's flag may be displayed on a boat or surface float and must extend a minimum distance of three feet from the surface of the water. The diver's flag shall be placed at or near the point of submergence and constitutes a warning that a diver is submerged and may be within 100 feet of the flag. A diver shall remain within 100 feet of the diver's flag while at or near the surface. A boat operator within sight of a diver's flag shall proceed with caution, steering clear of the flag by a distance of 100 feet. Outside commercial shipping lanes, boats maneuvering within a 100-foot radius of a diver's flag shall be slowed to no-wake speeds or five miles per hour, whichever is necessary to maintain steerage in the seaway. A diver's flag shall be displayed only while diving operations are underway.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 05.25.012
What does Alaska Statutes § 05.25.012 cover?
Section 05.25.012 ("Diver's flag.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 05.25.012?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 05.25.012 apply to my situation?
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