Washington § 88.04.320 - Operating violations enumerated — Penalties.

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§ 88.04.320. Operating violations enumerated — Penalties.

(1) It is unlawful for any person to operate a vessel unless that person holds a valid license issued by the United States coast guard or the department to operate a vessel of that class.
(2) It is unlawful for any person to operate a vessel unless the vessel is operated in compliance with the rules of the department of labor and industries and has a current certificate of inspection posted.
(3) Any violation of the licensing and inspection provisions of this chapter is punishable pursuant to the penalties provided under the Washington industrial safety and health act, chapter 49.17 RCW.
[ 1989 c 295 s 7; 1979 c 74 s 3.]

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