Anthony Farr And Stacy Beckett Boating Safety Act Of - Operation And Equipment Of Vessels - Harbors And Navigation - CA

Section § 680

This law is officially called the Anthony Farr and Stacy Beckett Boating Safety Act of 2004. It can also be referred to as Anthony and Stacy’s Law.

This act shall be known as the Anthony Farr and Stacy Beckett Boating Safety Act of 2004, and may be cited as Anthony and Stacy’s Law.

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Section § 681

This law makes it illegal to operate a motorized boat or have its engine running while someone is engaging in activities like 'teak surfing,' 'platform dragging,' or 'bodysurfing' behind the boat. It also prohibits having the engine on if someone is holding onto or occupying the boat's swim platform, deck, step, or ladder, unless it's for a brief time to help with docking, departing, or during emergencies. 'Teak surfing' involves holding onto parts of the boat while it's moving, and 'bodysurfing' means swimming or floating directly behind a moving boat. Breaking this law results in a fine up to $100, but it doesn't affect driving records or points on your license.

(a) It is unlawful to operate a motorized vessel or have the engine of a motorized vessel run idle while an individual is teak surfing, platform dragging, or bodysurfing behind the motorized vessel.

(b) It is unlawful to operate a motorized vessel or have the engine of a motorized vessel run idle while an individual is occupying or holding onto the swim platform, swim deck, swim step, or swim ladder of the vessel.

(c) Subdivision (b) does not apply when an individual is occupying the swim platform, swim deck, swim step, or swim ladder for a very brief period of time while assisting with the docking or departure of the vessel, while exiting or entering the vessel, or while the vessel is engaged in law enforcement or emergency rescue activity.

(d) “Teak surfing” or “platform dragging” means holding onto the swim platform, swim deck, swim step, swim ladder, or any portion of the exterior of the transom of a motorized vessel for any amount of time while the motorized vessel is underway at any speed.

(e) “Bodysurfing” means swimming or floating on one’s stomach or on one’s back on or in the wake directly behind a motorized vessel that is underway.

(f) “Vessel” has the same meaning as set forth in subdivision (e) of Section 775.5.

(g) A violation of this section is an infraction punishable by a fine of up to one hundred dollars ($100). Nothing in this subdivision shall be considered in relation to a suspension, restriction, or delay of driving privileges, or in the determination of a violation point count as provided in Section 12810 of the Vehicle Code.

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Section § 682

This law requires that any boating safety courses sponsored by the state or needing state approval must include information on the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning that can occur at the back of a motorized boat. These courses must also teach how to prevent such poisoning.

All state-sponsored boating safety courses and all boating safety courses that require state approval by the Department of Boating and Waterways shall incorporate information about the dangers of being overcome by carbon monoxide poisoning at the stern of a motorized vessel and how to prevent that poisoning.

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Section § 683

When buying a new or used motorized boat in California, you need to have two specific carbon monoxide warning stickers on it. One smaller sticker must be inside the vessel where the driver can easily see it, and a larger sticker must be on the outside at the back. The rule is flexible for inflatable boats where the sticker might not stick.

If you buy from a dealer, they should put these stickers on before the sale is final. If buying from a private seller, the DMV gives the new owner the stickers, and they need to stick them as described. The rule allows stickers already made by manufacturers if approved earlier by the boating department. This rule has been active since May 1, 2005.

(a) When a new or used motorized vessel is sold in California, the two carbon monoxide poisoning warning stickers developed by the Department of Boating and Waterways shall be placed on the motorized vessel. The smaller sticker shall be placed in the interior of the motorized vessel where it is immediately visible to the person operating the motorized vessel the larger sticker shall be placed facing out on the exterior of the stern or transom of the motorized vessel, unless the motorized vessel is inflatable and the sticker would not adhere to the surface of the stern.

(b) For a motorized vessel sold by a dealer, the dealer shall ensure that both warning stickers have been affixed prior to the completion of the transaction.

(c) For a motorized vessel sold by an individual, both stickers shall be included by the Department of Motor Vehicles in the new registration material provided to the new owner, and the new owner of the motorized vessel shall be notified that he or she is required to affix the smaller sticker in the interior of the motorized vessel where it is immediately visible to the operator of the motorized vessel and the larger sticker facing out on the exterior of the stern or transom of the motorized vessel, unless the motorized vessel is inflatable and the sticker would not adhere to the surface of the stern.

(d) A warning sticker already developed by the boating manufacturer may satisfy the requirements of this section if it has been approved in advance by the Department of Boating and Waterways.

(e) This section shall become operative on May 1, 2005.

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Section § 684

This law requires the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to include a brochure and warning stickers about carbon monoxide (CO) dangers in boats within the registration renewal packets sent to boat owners. This happens for two consecutive two-year cycles, and then as advised by the Director of Boating and Waterways. Boat owners must display one sticker where the boat operator can see it and another on the boat's exterior, unless it won't stick to inflatable boats. This law went into effect on May 1, 2005.

(a) The Department of Motor Vehicles shall insert the Department of Boating and Waterways’ informational brochure and warning stickers about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and boats into the registration renewal materials mailed by the Department of Motor Vehicles to vessel owners for two consecutive two-year registration cycles and, thereafter, upon the recommendation of the Director of Boating and Waterways. These materials shall instruct vessel owners to place the two stickers in the motorized vessel so that the smaller sticker is visible to the person operating the motorized vessel and the larger sticker is facing out on the exterior of the stern or transom of the motorized vessel, unless the motorized vessel is inflatable and the sticker would not adhere to the surface of the stern.

(b) This section shall become operative on May 1, 2005.

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Section § 685

This law allows the Department of Boating and Waterways to use money from a specific fund called the Harbors and Watercraft Revolving Fund. This money can be used to manage activities under this law and to pay back the Department of Motor Vehicles for any expenses related to these activities.

The Department of Boating and Waterways pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 85.2 may use funds in the Harbors and Watercraft Revolving Fund, created pursuant to Section 85, to administer this chapter and to reimburse the Department of Motor Vehicles for its costs to administer this chapter.

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