Chapter 153 Marine Safety

Foreign vessels temporarily using waters subject to the jurisdiction of the Township of Grosse Ile.

Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels.

A vessel whose owner is a state or political subdivision of a state, other than the State of Michigan and its political subdivisions, that is used principally for governmental purposes and that is clearly identifiable as such.

A ship's lifeboat.

A decal and identifying number for a wooden hull and historic vessel as that term is defined in the State Administrative Rule 80124 may be displayed in the manner described in Section 980126(2) of the Michigan Administrative Code.

A decal for an inflatable boat may be displayed on the transom of the boat.

Used temporarily on the waters of the State of Michigan and the owner and the vessel are from a country other than the United States.

A vessel that is owned by the United States, used in the public service for purposes other than recreation, and clearly identifiable as such a vessel.

A vessel's lifeboat.

An all-terrain vehicle not used as a vessel.

A raft, sailboard, surfboard, or swim float.

A vessel 16 feet or less, propelled by hand either with oars or paddles, and not used for rental or other commercial purposes.

A nonmotorized canoe or kayak not used for rental or other commercial purposes.

The vessel number that appears on the certificate of number.

The period of time for which the vessel is leased or rented.

The signature of the vessel's owner or that person's authorized agent.

The signature of the person leasing or renting the vessel.

Maintain the dealer certificate of number on board the vessel.

Upon demand of a peace officer, display the dealer certificate of number.

Permanently or temporarily display the identifying number and dealer decal on the vessel in accordance with rules promulgated by the State of Michigan.

Subsections B and D of this section apply to a vessel operated on waters subject to the jurisdiction of the Township when the vessel is either of the following:

This Subsection A does not apply to a vessel required to have a certificate of inspection under Chapter I of Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

The operator of a vessel involved in a collision, accident, or other casualty, and the operator of any other vessel, to the extent that he or she can do so without serious danger to his or her own vessel, crew, and passengers, shall render reasonable assistance to a person affected by the collision, accident, or other casualty, including the transporting of the injured person to a physician or surgeon for medical or surgical treatment, if it is apparent that treatment is necessary or when requested by the injured person.

A person who complies with Subsection B(1), or who gratuitously and in good faith renders assistance at the scene of a vessel collision, accident or other casualty without objection of the person assisted, is not liable for civil damages as a result of the rendering of assistance, or for an act or omission in providing or arranging towage, medical treatment, or other assistance, if the assisting person acts as an ordinary, reasonably prudent person would have acted under the same or similar circumstances.

In the case of collision, accident, or other casualty involving a vessel, the operator shall report the collision, accident, or other casualty to the nearest peace officer, state police post, or the sheriff of the county in which the collision, accident, or other casualty occurred.

A report of a collision, accident, or other casualty involving a vessel that is made to a peace officer other than the sheriff of the county in which the collision, accident, or other casualty occurred shall be reported without delay by the peace officer to the sheriff of the county in which the collision, accident, or other casualty occurred.

He or she is under the direct supervision of a person on board the motorboat who is 16 years of age or older.

The motorboat he or she operates is powered by a motor or motors totaling no more than 35 horsepower.

He or she is accompanied by at least one person 16 years of age or older.

He or she is in possession of a boating safety certificate issued after he or she has satisfactorily completed an approved course in boating safety.

A valid certificate of inspection issued by the United States Coast Guard that verifies the charter boat's compliance with Subchapter H or Subchapter T of the Code of Federal Regulations, 46 CFR 70.01-1 to 80.40 and 175.01-1 to 185.30-30.

A valid certificate of inspection issued by the State of Michigan for a Class C vessel that is greater than 45 feet in length.

When two vessels are approaching each other head-on, or nearly so, the operator of each shall cause his or her vessel to pass on the port side of the other.

When overtaking a vessel proceeding in the same direction, the operator of the overtaking vessel, unless it is not feasible to do so, shall pass on the port side of the vessel ahead.

When two vessels are approaching each other at right angles or obliquely so as to involve risk of collision, other than when one vessel is overtaking another, the operator of the vessel that has the other on his or her own port side shall hold his or her course and speed, and the operator of the vessel that has the other on his or her own starboard side shall give way to the other by directing his or her course to starboard so as to cross the stern of the other vessel or, if necessary to do so, shall slacken his or her speed, stop, or reverse.

When a motorboat and a vessel under sail are proceeding in a manner that involves a risk of collision, the operator of the motorboat shall give way to the vessel under sail.

When a motorboat and a vessel not propelled by sail or mechanical means are proceeding in a manner that involves risk of collision, the operator of the motorboat shall give way to the other vessel.

When, by any of the rules provided in this section, the operator of a vessel is required to give way to the other, the operator of the other vessel shall maintain his or her direction and speed.

A person is located on or in the bow of the motorboat and that motorboat is not manufactured to provide bow seating.

A person or a portion of a person's body extends beyond the exterior port or starboard walls of the hull of the motorboat.

A person engaged in the operation of a sailboat that is not being powered by a motor.

A person on board a vessel who is attempting to anchor, moor, dock, or otherwise secure the vessel.

A person shall not operate a motorboat on the waters of Grosse Ile Township if the motorboat produces sound levels that exceed the maximum decibel level or levels established under this chapter.

The operator of a motorboat shall present the motorboat for the sound level test established pursuant to this chapter upon the request of a peace officer.

A motorboat equipped with more than one motor or engine shall be tested with all motors or engine operating.

A motorboat being operated by a boat or marine engine manufacturer for the purpose of testing or development.

A motorboat that qualifies as an historic vessel.

A motorboat tuning up or testing for or participating in official trials for speed records or a sanctioned race conducted pursuant to a permit issued by a unit of government.

Provide his or her correct name and address.

Exhibit the certificate of number awarded for the vessel.

If the vessel does not bear a decal as required by this chapter, state law or administrative rule, submit to a reasonable inspection of the vessel and to a reasonable inspection and test of the equipment of the vessel.

The name of the peace officer.

The time, date, and place of the inspection.

The vessel's identifying number.

A person shall not operate a vessel on the waters of the Township of Grosse Ile if either of the following applies:

The owner of a vessel or a person in charge or in control of a vessel shall not authorize or knowingly permit the vessel to be operated on the waters of Grosse Ile Township by a person who is under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance, or both, or who has a blood alcohol content of 0.10 gram or more per 100 milliliters of blood, per 210 liters of breath, or per 67 milliliters of urine.

A person shall not operate a vessel on the waters of Grosse Ile Township when, due to the consumption of an intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance, or both, the person's ability to operate the vessel is visibly impaired. If a person is charged with violating Subsection A(1), a finding of guilty under this subsection may be rendered.

If a person is convicted of violating Subsection A(1) the following apply:

A term of imprisonment imposed under Subsection B(1)(b)[2] shall not be suspended. A person sentenced to perform service to the community under this Subsection B shall not receive compensation and shall reimburse the Township of Grosse Ile for the cost of supervision incurred by the Township as a result of the person's activities in that service.

In addition to the sanctions prescribed under Subsection B(1), the court may, pursuant to the Code of Criminal Procedure, Act No. 175 of the Public Acts of 1927, being MCL §§ 760.1 to 776.21, order the person to pay the costs of the prosecution. The court shall also impose sanctions under Subsections J and K of this section.

A person who is convicted of violating Subsection A(2) is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500, or both.

As used in this Subsection B, "prior conviction" means a conviction for a violation of any of the following:

If a person is convicted of violating Subsection A(3) the following apply:

In addition to the sanctions prescribed in Subsection C(1), the court may, pursuant to the Code of Criminal Procedure, Act No. 175 of the Public Acts of 1927, being MCL §§ 760.1 to 776.21, order the person to pay the costs of the prosecution. The court shall also impose sanctions under Subsections J and K of this section.

A person sentenced to perform service to the community under this Subsection C shall not receive compensation and shall reimburse the Township of Grosse Ile for the cost of supervision incurred by the Township as a result of the person's activities in that service.

As used in this Subsection C, "prior conviction" means a conviction for a violation of any of the following:

If the prosecuting attorney intends to seek an enhanced sentence under Subsection B or C based upon the defendant having one or more prior convictions, the prosecuting attorney shall include on the complaint and information filed in district court, circuit court, recorder's court, municipal court, or probate court a statement listing the defendant's prior convictions.

A prior conviction shall be established at sentencing by one or more of the following:

A person who is convicted of an attempted violation of Subsection A(1) or (3) shall be punished as if the offense had been completed.

When issuing an order under this chapter, the Secretary of State and the court shall treat a conviction of an attempted violation of Subsection A(1) or (3) of this section, former Section 171(1) or (3) of the Marine Safety Act, a local ordinance substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1) or (3) of this section, or a law of another state substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1) or (3) of this section the same as if the offense had been completed.

A peace officer, without a warrant, may arrest a person if the peace officer has reasonable cause to believe that the person was, at the time of an accident, the operator of a vessel involved in the accident in this Township while in violation of Subsection A(1) or (3).

A peace officer who has reasonable cause to believe that a person was operating a vessel on the waters of Grosse Ile Township and that, by the consumption of intoxicating liquor, the person may have affected his or her ability to operate a vessel may require the person to submit to a preliminary chemical breath analysis. The following apply with respect to a preliminary chemical breath analysis:

A peace officer making an arrest under this Subsection E shall take measures to assure that the vessel and its occupants are safely returned to shore.

If, within 60 days after the issuance of a citation for a civil infraction under this Subsection E, the person to whom the citation is issued is not charged with a violation of Subsection A(1) or (3), the citation issued for the civil infraction is void. Upon application of the person to whom the citation is issued, money paid by the person as fine, costs, or otherwise shall be immediately returned.

The following apply with respect to a chemical test and analysis of a person's blood, urine, or breath, other than a preliminary chemical breath analysis:

A sample or specimen of urine or breath shall be taken and collected in a reasonable manner. Only a licensed physician, or a licensed nurse or medical technician under the direction of a licensed physician, qualified to withdraw blood and acting in a medical environment, may withdraw blood at the request of a peace officer for the purpose of determining the amount of alcohol or presence of a controlled substance, or both, in a person's blood, as provided in this subsection. A qualified person who withdraws or analyzes blood, or assists in the withdrawal or analysis, in accordance with this chapter is not liable for a crime or civil damages predicated on the act of withdrawing or analyzing blood and related procedures unless the withdrawal or analysis is performed in a negligent manner.

A rule relating to a chemical test for alcohol or a controlled substance promulgated under the Michigan Vehicle Code, Act No. 300 of the Public Acts of 1949, being MCL §§ 257.1 to 257.923, applies to a chemical test administered under this chapter.

A chemical test described in Subsection F shall be administered at the request of a peace officer having reasonable grounds to believe the person has committed a crime described in Subsection A(1). A person who takes a chemical test administered at the request of a peace officer, as provided in Subsection F(1), shall be given a reasonable opportunity to have someone of the person's own choosing administer one of the chemical tests described in Subsection F within a reasonable time after the person's detention, and the results of the test are admissible and shall be considered with other competent evidence in determining the innocence or guilt of the defendant. If the person charged is administered a chemical test by someone of the person's own choosing, the person charged is responsible for obtaining a chemical analysis of the test sample.

If, after an accident, the operator of a vessel involved in the accident is transported to a medical facility and a sample of the operator's blood is withdrawn at that time for the purpose of medical treatment, the results of a chemical analysis of that sample are admissible in any civil or criminal proceeding to show the amount of alcohol or presence of a controlled substance, or both, in the person's blood at the time alleged, regardless of whether the person had been offered or had refused a chemical test. The medical facility or person performing the chemical analysis shall disclose the results of the analysis to a prosecuting attorney who requests the results for use in a criminal prosecution as provided in this subsection. A medical facility or person disclosing information in compliance with this subsection is not civilly or criminally liable for making the disclosure.

If, after an accident, the operator of a vessel involved in the accident is deceased, a sample of the decedent's blood shall be withdrawn in a manner directed by the medical examiner for the purpose of determining the amount of alcohol or the presence of a controlled substance, or both, in the decedent's blood. The medical examiner shall give the results of the chemical analysis of the sample to the law enforcement agency investigating the accident, and that agency shall forward the results to the State of Michigan.

The provisions of Subsections F and G relating to chemical testing do not limit the introduction of any other competent evidence bearing upon the question of whether or not a person was impaired by, or under the influence of, intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance, or both, or whether the person had a blood alcohol content of 0.10 gram or more per 100 milliliters of blood, per 210 liters of breath, or per 67 milliliters of urine.

If a chemical test described in Subsections F and G is administered, the results of the test shall be made available to the person charged or the person's attorney upon written request to the prosecution, with a copy of the request filed with the court. The prosecution shall furnish the results at least two days before the day of the trial. The results of the test shall be offered as evidence by the prosecution in that trial. Failure to fully comply with the request bars the admission of the results into evidence by the prosecution.

Except in a prosecution relating solely to a violation of Subsection A(1)(b), the amount of alcohol in the operator's blood at the time alleged as shown by chemical analysis of the person's blood, urine, or breath gives rise to the following presumptions:

A person's refusal to submit to a chemical test as provided in Subsections F and G is admissible in a criminal prosecution for a crime described in Subsection A(1) or (3) or Subsection L only for the purpose of showing that a test was offered to the defendant but not as evidence in determining innocence or guilt of the defendant. The jury shall be instructed accordingly.

Before accepting a plea of guilty or nolo contendere under Subsections A to D, the court shall advise the accused of the maximum possible term of imprisonment and the maximum possible fine that may be imposed for the violation and shall advise the defendant that the maximum possible sanctions that may be imposed will be based upon the boating record maintained by the Secretary of State or other evidence of a prior conviction as provided in Subsection C.

Before imposing sentence, other than court-ordered operating sanctions, for a violation of Subsection A(1) or (3), the court shall order the person to undergo screening and assessment by a person or agency designated by the Office of Substance Abuse Services to determine whether the person is likely to benefit from rehabilitative services, including alcohol or drug education or treatment programs. As part of the sentence, the court may order the person to participate in and successfully complete one or more appropriate rehabilitative programs. The person shall pay for the costs of the screening, assessment, and rehabilitative services.

Immediately upon acceptance by the court of a plea of guilty or nolo contendere or upon entry of a verdict of guilty for a violation of Subsection A(1) or (3), whether or not the person is eligible to be sentenced as a multiple offender, the court shall consider all prior convictions currently entered upon the boating record of the person or other evidence of prior convictions established under Subsection C, except those convictions that, upon motion by the defendant, are determined by the court to be constitutionally invalid, and shall impose the following sanctions:

As used in this section, "another boating substance abuse offense" means former Section 73 or 73b of the Marine Safety Act, a local ordinance substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1) or (3) of this section or former Section 73 or 73b of the Marine Safety Act or a law of another state substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1) or (3) of this section or former Section 73 or 73b of the Marine Safety Act.

A person who operates a vessel on the waters of Grosse Ile Township is considered to have given consent to chemical tests of his or her blood, breath, or urine for the purpose of determining the amount of alcohol or presence of a controlled substance, or both, in his or her blood in all of the following circumstances:

A person who is afflicted with hemophilia, diabetes, or a condition requiring the use of an anticoagulant under the direction of a physician shall not be considered to have given consent to the withdrawal of blood.

A chemical test described in Subsection L(1) shall be administered as provided in Subsections F and G.

If a person refuses the request of a peace officer to submit to a chemical test offered pursuant to Subsection F or G, a test shall not be given without a court order, but the officer may seek to obtain the court order.

If a person refuses a chemical test offered pursuant to Subsection F and G, the peace officer who requested the person to submit to the test shall immediately forward a written report to the Secretary of State. The report shall state that the officer had reasonable grounds to believe the person committed a crime described in Subsection A(1) or Subsection L(1) and that the person refused to submit to the test upon the request of the peace officer and has been advised of the consequences of the refusal. The form of the report shall be prescribed and furnished by the Secretary of State.

If a person refuses to submit to a chemical test pursuant to Subsection F or G, the peace officer shall immediately notify the person in writing that within 14 days of the date of the notice the person may request a hearing as provided in Subsection O. The form of the notice shall be prescribed and furnished by the Secretary of State.

The notice shall specifically state that failure to request a hearing within 14 days will result in issuance of an order that the person not operate a vessel on the waters of this state. The notice shall also state that there is not a requirement that the person retain counsel for the hearing, though counsel is permitted to represent the person at the hearing.

If a person who refuses to submit to a chemical test pursuant to Subsection F or G does not request a hearing within 14 days of the date of notice pursuant to Subsection N, the Secretary of State shall issue an order that the person not operate a vessel on the waters of this state for six months or, for a second or subsequent refusal within seven years, for one year.

If a hearing is requested, the Secretary of State shall hold the hearing in the same manner and under the same conditions as provided in Section 322 of the Michigan Vehicle Code, Act No. 300 of the Public Acts of 1949, being MCL § 257.322. A person shall not order a hearing officer to make a particular finding on any issue enumerated under Subsection O(2)(a) to (d). Not less than five days' notice of the hearing shall be mailed to the person requesting the hearing, to the peace officer who filed the report under Subsection M and, if the prosecuting attorney requests receipt of the notice, to the prosecuting attorney of the county where the arrest was made. The hearing officer may administer oaths, issue subpoenas for the attendance of necessary witnesses, and grant a reasonable request for an adjournment. Not more than one adjournment shall be granted to a party, and the length of an adjournment shall not exceed 14 days. A hearing under this subsection shall be scheduled to be held within 45 days after the date of arrest and, except for delay attributable to the unavailability of the defendant, a witness, or material evidence or to an interlocutory appeal or exceptional circumstances, but not for delay attributable to docket congestion, shall be finally adjudicated within 77 days after the date of arrest. The hearing shall cover only the following issues:

The hearing officer shall make a record of proceedings held pursuant Subsection O(2). The record shall be prepared and transcribed in accordance with Section 86 of the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969, Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL § 24.286. Upon notification of the filing of a petition for judicial review in circuit court and not less than 10 days before the matter is set for review, the hearing officer shall transmit to the court in which the petition is filed the original or a certified copy of the official record of the proceedings. The parties to the proceedings for judicial review may stipulate that the record be shortened. A party unreasonably refusing to stipulate to a shortened record may be taxed by the court in which the petition is filed for the additional costs. The court may permit subsequent corrections to the record.

After a hearing, if the person who requested the hearing does not prevail, the Secretary of State shall order that the person not operate a vessel on the waters of this state for six months or, for a second or subsequent refusal within seven years, for one year. The person may file a petition in the circuit court of the county in which the arrest was made to review the order. If after the hearing the person who requested the hearing prevails, the peace officer who filed the report under Subsection M may, with the consent of the prosecuting attorney, file a petition in the circuit court of the county in which the arrest was made to review the determination of the hearing officer.

Notwithstanding a court order issued under Subsection A(1) or (3), Subsections J and K, former Section 171(1), (3), (4) or (5), 181 or 182 of the Marine Safety Act, former Section 73 or 73b of the Marine Safety Act, or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1) or (3), J or K of this section, or former Section 73 or 73b of the Marine Safety Act, if a court has not ordered a person not to operate a vessel as authorized by this chapter, the Secretary of State shall issue an order that the person not operate a vessel on the waters of this state for not less than six months nor more than two years, if the person has the following convictions within a seven-year period, whether under the law of the State of Michigan, a local ordinance substantially corresponding to a law of this state, or a law of another state substantially corresponding to a law of the State of Michigan:

If the Secretary of State receives records of more than one conviction of a person resulting from the same incident, an order not to operate shall be issued solely for that violation for which an order could be effective for the longest period of time under this Subsection P.

If a person is charged with or convicted of a violation of Subsection A(1), (2) or (3), or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to Subsection A(1), (2) or (3), and the person fails to answer a citation or a notice to appear in court, or for any matter pending, or fails to comply with an order or judgment of the court, including but not limited to paying all fines, costs, and crime victim rights assessments, the court shall immediately give notice by first-class mail sent to the person's last known address that if the person fails to appear within seven days after the notice is issued or fails to comply with the order or judgment of the court, including but not limited to paying all fines, costs, and crime victim rights assessments, within 14 days after the notice is issued, the Secretary of State will issue an order with no expiration date that the person not operate a vessel on the waters of this state. If the person fails to appear within the seven-day period or fails to comply with the order or judgment of the court, including but not limited to paying all fines, costs, and crime victim rights assessments, within the fourteen-day period, the court shall immediately inform the Secretary of State, who shall immediately issue the order and send a copy to the person by personal service or first-class mail sent to the person's last known address.

An order imposed under Subsection Q(1) remains in effect until both of the following occur:

By imprisonment for not more than 90 days or by a fine of not more than $500, or both.

For a second or subsequent violation punishable under this subsection, by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $1,000, or both.

Of sound and substantial construction and in good seaworthy condition.

Equipped by the livery operator with oars and paddles, as hereinafter provided, which shall be of sturdy construction and without holes, large chips, or cracks which will diminish their operation effectiveness or structural strength. This subsection applies to all watercraft, including those propelled by machinery or sail. Watercraft with oarlock sockets shall be equipped with not fewer than two oars and two oarlock horns. Watercraft without oarlock sockets shall be equipped with not fewer than two paddles.

Equipped by the livery operator with an anchor of sufficient size and weight and an anchor line of sufficient strength and length to accommodate the watercraft in normal depth of the waters on which it is to be used. This requirement does not apply to canoes.

Equipped by the livery operator with one lifesaving cushion or other approved lifesaving device, in good condition, per person. Lifesaving equipment shall be of the type approved by the United States Coast Guard and shall bear a stamp or label indicating such approval. Other equipment currently prescribed by law shall also be carried on board.

Provided with sufficient buoyancy to keep the watercraft from sinking when it is filled with water and passengers are clinging to it if the aggregate weight of motor, passengers, and equipment carried in or attached to the watercraft does not exceed its maximum weight capacity, as determined by the maximum weight capacity formula contained in these rules.

The deck shall not exceed the width at the pontoons.

The deck shall not be greater than six inches above the pontoons.

The deck length within railings shall not be greater than 80% of pontoon length and shall not overhang the pontoons.

The deck shall drain freely.

The total weight of persons, motor, gear, and other articles placed aboard which the watercraft is capable of carrying with safety under normal conditions.

The recommended number of persons commensurate with the weight capacity of the watercraft at a presumed weight of 150 pounds per person.

The maximum horsepower of the motor the watercraft is designed or intended to accommodate.

A notice that the information appearing on the capacity tag applies under normal conditions and that the weight of the outboard motor and its associated equipment is considered to be part of the weight capacity.

The total weight of persons, gear, and other articles placed aboard which the watercraft is capable of carrying with safety under normal conditions.

The recommended number of person commensurate with the weight capacity of the watercraft at a presumed weight of 150 pounds per person.

A notice that the information appearing on the capacity plate applies under normal conditions.

The formula WC = 7 1/2 LBD, where WC is the weight capacity in pounds, L is the center-line length, B is the maximum beam amidships, and D is the effective depth figured from keel to lowest freeboard.

Reference to the manufacturer's capacity tag installed in a watercraft if manufactured or offered for original sale in this state on or after January 1, 1968, or in accordance with standards approved by the State of Michigan Waterways Commission or its successor.

The horsepower capacity of an outboard watercraft, other than a canoe, and except one dependent solely upon the buoyancy of pontoons or similar flotation devices, shall not exceed the value given by the Boat Horsepower Table in Figure 1. The horsepower capacity of an outboard watercraft, other than a canoe, and dependent solely upon the buoyancy of pontoons or similar flotation devices shall not exceed the value given by multiplying the cubic feet of flotation in the pontoons by the pontoon length in feet and dividing by the pontoon diameter in inches. If the pontoons are not circular in cross section, the diameter of the largest circle that can be inscribed in the pontoon shall be used.

By reference to a manufacturer's capacity plate installed in a watercraft, if manufactured or offered for original sale in this state on or after January 1, 1968, or in accordance with standards approved by the State of Michigan Waterways Commission or its successor, or the horsepower capacity recommended by the livery operator, whichever is the lesser.

Each number required by the Act shall consist of capital letters MC denoting the State of Michigan followed by four numerals followed by two capital letters (example: MC 0000 AA).

A number suffix shall not include the letters I, O, or Q which may be mistaken for numerals.

Each number required by this chapter or the state laws of Michigan shall meet all of the following requirements. It shall:

When a vessel or motorboat is used by a manufacturer or dealer for testing or demonstrating, the number may be painted on or attached to removable plates that are temporarily but firmly attached to each side of the forward half of the vessel or motorboat.

On vessels or motorboats so configured that a number on the hull or superstructure would not be easily visible, the number must be painted on or attached to a backing plate that is attached to the forward half of the vessel or motorboat so that the number is visible from each side of the vessel or motorboat.

Each decal required by the laws of the State of Michigan to indicate payment of fees required of vessels documented by the United States Coast Guard or federal agency successor thereto shall be:

When a decal is lost, destroyed, or defaced, the owner of the documented vessel shall apply to the Secretary of State for a duplicate decal.

The motorboat or vessel is documented by the United States Coast Guard or federal agency successor thereto; however, the decal prescribed in R281.1206 of the Michigan Administrative Code shall then be displayed.

The certificate of number is invalid under the Act.

The motorboat or vessel is no longer principally used in this state.

The validation decal required by the laws of the State of Michigan shall meet the following requirements. It shall:

When a validation decal is lost, destroyed, or defaced, the owner of the motorboat or vessel shall apply to the Secretary of State for a duplicate.

The date, time and exact location of the occurrence.

The name of each person who died or disappeared.

The number and name of the vessel.

The names and addresses of the owner and operator.

A person dies.

A person loses consciousness or receives medical treatment or is disabled for more than 24 hours.

Damage to the vessel and other property damage totals more than $100.

A person disappears from the vessel under circumstances that indicate death or injury.

Within 48 hours of the occurrence if a person dies within 24 hours of the occurrence.

Within 48 hours of the occurrence if a person loses consciousness or receives medical treatment or is disabled for more than 24 hours or disappears from a vessel.

Within five days of the occurrence or death if an earlier report is not required by this Subsection B.

Foreign vessels temporarily using waters subject to state jurisdiction.

Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels.

A vessel whose owner is a state or political subdivision thereof, other than this state and its political subdivisions, which is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such.

A ship's lifeboat.

Personal flotation devices required by this chapter to be carried aboard vessels shall be of the following types:

Personal flotation devices required by this chapter to be carried aboard vessels shall be:

All hand-portable fire extinguishers, semiportable fire-extinguishing systems and fixed fire-extinguishing systems required by this chapter shall be of a type approved by the United States Coast Guard.

Hand-portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire-extinguishing systems are classified by a combination letter and number symbol, the letter indicating the type of fire which the unit could be expected to extinguish and the number indicating the relative size of the unit.

For the purpose of this chapter, all required hand-portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire-extinguishing systems are of the "B" type, that is, suitable for extinguishing fires involving flammable liquids, greases, and so forth.

The number designations for size start with "I" for the smallest to "III" for the largest. Sizes I and II are considered hand-portable fire extinguishers, and Size III is considered a semiportable fire-extinguishing system which shall be fitted with a suitable hose and nozzle or other practicable means so that all portions of the space concerned may be covered. Examples of size graduations for some of the typical hand-portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire-extinguishing systems are as indicated in Table 4 of R281.1285 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

All hand-portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire-extinguishing systems shall have permanently attached thereto a metallic nameplate giving the name of the item, the rated capacity in gallons, quarts, or pounds, the name and address of the person or firm for whom or which approved, and the identifying mark of the actual manufacturer.

Vaporizing-liquid-type fire extinguishers containing carbon tetrachloride or chlorobromomethane or other toxic liquids are not acceptable as equipment required by this chapter.

Hand-portable or semiportable extinguishers which are required on their nameplates to be protected from freezing shall not be located where freezing temperatures may be expected.

A dry chemical, stored pressure, fire extinguisher not fitted with pressure gauge or indicating device, manufactured prior to January 1, 1965, may be carried on motorboats so long as it is maintained in good and serviceable condition. The following maintenance and inspections are required for such an extinguisher:

A dry chemical, stored pressure, fire extinguisher without pressure gauge or indicating device manufactured after January 1, 1965, shall not be carried on motorboats as required equipment.

When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed, it shall be of a carbon-dioxide type approved and installed as required by the United States Coast Guard.

Fire extinguishers are required if any of the following conditions exist:

The following conditions do not, in themselves, require that fire extinguishers be carried:

Every gasoline engine installed in a motor boat after April 25, 1940, except outboard motors, shall be equipped with an acceptable means of backfire flame control.

Installations made before November 19, 1952, need not meet the detailed requirements of this subsection and may be continued in use as long as they are serviceable and in good condition. Replacements shall meet the applicable conditions in this subsection.

Installations consisting of backfire flame arresters bearing United States Coast Guard approval No. 162.015 may be continued in use as long as they are serviceable and in good condition. Replacements shall meet the applicable conditions of this subsection.

Installations consisting of engine air and fuel induction systems and given United States Coast Guard Approval No. 162.015 may be continued in use as long as they are serviceable and in good condition. Replacements shall meet the applicable conditions of this subsection.

The following are acceptable means of backfire flame control for gasoline engines:

If the motorboat is not an open boat, it shall be equipped with two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code as amended.

One Type I, II, III or IV Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition, for each person aboard. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other type containers.

If the motorboat is constructed so that it has decking or compartments where explosive or flammable gases may be entrapped as illustrated in Figure 2, it shall be equipped with one BI-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.[1] When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles and a combination twenty-point bowlight forward, showing green to starboard and red to port, visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

If the motorboat is not an open boat, it shall be equipped with two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Type I, II, or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition, for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other type containers.

One hand-, mouth- or power-operated whistle, capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more in duration, and audible for at least 1/2 mile.

If the motorboat is constructed so that is has decking or compartments where explosive or flammable gases may be entrapped, it shall be equipped with one BI-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles and a combination twenty-point bowlight forward, showing green to starboard and red to port, visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

If the motorboat is not an open boat, it shall be equipped with two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Type I, II, or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition, for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other type containers.

An efficient fog bell which, when struck, produces a clear bell-like tone of full round characteristics.

One hand- or power-operated whistle capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more duration and audible for a distance of at least one mile.

If the motorboat is constructed so that it has decking or compartments where explosive or flammable gases may be entrapped, it shall be equipped with two BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguishers in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. One BII-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher may be substituted for two BI types. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles, one white light forward showing 20 points and visible two miles, a green light to starboard showing 10 points and visible one mile and a red light to port showing 10 points and visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

If the motorboat is not an open boat, it shall be equipped with two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Type I, II, or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition, for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

An efficient fog bell which, when struck, produces a clear bell-like tone of full round characteristics.

One power-operated whistle capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more duration and audible for a distance of at least one mile.

If the motorboat is constructed so that it has decking or compartments where explosive or flammable gases may be entrapped, it shall be equipped with three BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguishers in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. One BII-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher may be substituted for two BI types. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles, one white light forward showing 20 points and visible two miles, a green light to starboard showing 10 points and visible one mile and a red light to port showing 10 points and visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

One Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrester as specified in R281.1236 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, on each carburetor of all gasoline engines.

At least two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Type I, II, III or IV Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags and other containers.

One BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguisher in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles and a combination twenty-point bowlight forward, showing green to starboard and red to port, visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrester as specified in R281.1236 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, on each carburetor of all gasoline engines.

At least two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

One Type I, II, or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

One hand-, mouth- or power-operated whistle capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more duration and audible for at least 1/2 mile.

One BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguisher in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles and a combination twenty-point bowlight forward, showing green to starboard and red to port, visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

One Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrester as specified in R281.1236 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, on each carburetor of all gasoline engines.

At least two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

An efficient fog bell which, when struck, produces a clear, bell-like tone of full round characteristics.

One hand- or power-operated whistle capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more duration and audible for a distance of at least one mile.

One Type I, II or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

At least two BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguishers in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. One BII-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher may be substituted for two BI types. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles, one white light forward showing 20 points and visible two miles, a green light to starboard showing 10 points and visible one mile and a red light to port showing 10 points and visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

One Coast Guard approved backfire flame arrester as specified in R281.1236 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, on each carburetor of all gasoline engines.

At least two ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent as specified in R281.1237 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended.

An efficient fog bell which, when struck, produces a clear bell-like tone of full round characteristics.

One power-operated whistle, capable of producing a blast of two seconds or more duration and audible a distance of at least one mile.

One Type I, II or III Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

At least three BI-type Coast Guard approved hand-portable fire extinguishers in good and serviceable condition and as specified in R281.1235 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended. One BII-type Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher may be substituted for two BI types. When a fixed fire-extinguishing system is installed in the machinery space, one less BI-type fire extinguisher is required.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the motorboat shall be equipped with an Exhibit 1 white light aft higher than the bowlight showing all around the horizon and visible two miles, one white light forward showing 20 points and visible two miles, a green light to starboard showing 10 points and visible one mile and a red light to port showing 10 points and visible one mile, or in lieu of this requirement may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

If the motorboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or water connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the motorboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

All lights shall be as specified by R281.1233 of the Michigan Administrative Code.

A muffler as specified by R281.1238 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, for each motor.

One Type I, II, III or IV Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the sailboat shall be equipped with a lantern showing a white light which shall be ready at hand and which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.

If the sailboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the sailboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

One Type I, II, III or IV Coast Guard approved personal flotation device as specified in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code, as amended, in good and serviceable condition for each person aboard, plus one Type IV throwable device. The devices shall be ready at hand and not encased in plastic bags or other containers.

If underway between sunset and sunrise, the sailboat shall be equipped with a lantern showing a white light which shall be ready at hand and which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.

If the sailboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the sailboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction.

A sailboat 26 feet or over in length under sail alone on the Great Lakes and waters connected thereto between sunset and sunrise shall be equipped with and exhibit a green light to starboard showing 10 points and visible one mile and a red light to port showing 10 points and visible one mile and a lantern showing a white light which shall be ready at hand and which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.

If the sailboat is anchored between sunset and sunrise on the Great Lakes or waters connected thereto and not in a special anchorage area, a white light shall be displayed on the forward part of the sailboat so as to be visible to a boat approaching from any direction. In lieu of these lighting requirements sailboats may display lights as specified by the international rules of the road.

East of Grosse Ile and west of Ballards Reef Channel from Black Can Buoy No. 1 upstream to Grosse Ile Split Lighted Buoy LL 969 (HB 1 QK FLW);

West of Grosse Ile and east of the mainland of Wayne County from Red Nun No. 6 upstream to Grosse Ile Split Lighted Buoy LL 969 (HB 1 QK FLW); and

On those waters adjacent to the Island of Mama Juda, Powder House, and Stony.

This section applies to personal watercraft and associated equipment used on the waters of Grosse Ile.

Except where expressly indicated otherwise, this section does not apply to a personal watercraft that is all of the following:

Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile unless each person 12 years of age or older riding on or being towed behind the personal watercraft is wearing a Type I, Type II, or Type III personal flotation device as described in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile unless each person on board or being towed by the personal watercraft who is less than 12 years of age is wearing a Type I or Type II personal flotation device as described in R281.1234 of the Michigan Administrative Code.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile unless each person on board the personal watercraft is wearing a personal flotation device that is not inflatable.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile unless the child is in the company of his or her parent or guardian or a designee of the parent or guardian.

While operating a personal watercraft equipped by the manufacturer with a lanyard-type engine cutoff switch on the waters of Grosse Ile, a person shall have the lanyard attached to his or her person, clothing, or personal flotation device as is appropriate for the personal watercraft.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile during the period that begins one hour before sunset and ends at 8:00 a.m. As used in this subsection, "sunset" means that time as determined by the National Weather Service.

A person operating a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile shall not cross within 150 feet behind another vessel, other that a personal watercraft, unless the person is operating the personal watercraft at slow - no wake speed.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile where the water depth is less than two feet, as determined by vertical measurement, unless one or both of the following circumstances exist:

A person shall operate a personal watercraft in a reasonable and prudent manner. A maneuver that unreasonably or unnecessarily endangers life, limb, or property, including but not limited to all of the following, constitutes reckless operation of a personal watercraft under Subsection F:

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile carrying more persons than the personal watercraft is designed to carry.

A violation of Subsection D(10) is prima facie evidence of reckless operation of a watercraft under Subsection F.

A person operating a personal watercraft in excess of the speeds established under Part 801 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, MCL §§ 324.80101 to 324.80199, is guilty of reckless operation of a personal watercraft under Subsection F.

This Subsection D does not apply to a performer engaged in a professional exhibition or a person preparing to participate or participating in a regatta, race, marine parade, tournament, or exhibition held in compliance with Section 80164 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, MCL § 324.80164, under a permit issued by the Department and at the time and place specified in the permit.

A person shall not operate a personal watercraft in the waters of Grosse Ile outside of a channel or in an area where aquatic rooted vegetation is visible above the surface of the water in the deltaic wetlands of a lake that is greater that 32 square miles and less that 144 square miles in area.

A person who violates Subsection E(1) is responsible for a municipal civil infraction punishable by a fine of $100, plus court costs.

If a person carelessly and heedlessly operates a personal watercraft upon the waters of Grosse Ile in disregard of the rights or safety of others, without due caution and circumspection, or at a rate of speed or in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger a person or property, that person is guilty of reckless operation of a personal watercraft and is subject to the penalties described in Subsection F(2) or (3), or both, as applicable.

Upon a person's conviction under this Subsection F, the court may issue an order prohibiting the person from operating a personal watercraft on the waters of this state for a period of not more that two years and shall order the person to participate in and complete a boating safety course. An order issued pursuant to this subsection is in addition to any other penalty authorized under Subsection N or Subsection F(3).

Upon a person's second or subsequent conviction under this Subsection F, the court may issue an order impounding the personal watercraft that the person was operating at the time the person violated Subsection F(1) for a period of not more that one year, if either of the following conditions exists:

The cost of storage for an impoundment ordered under Subsection F(3) shall be paid by the owner of the personal watercraft.

Except when traveling at slow - no wake speed perpendicular to the shoreline, a person who operates a personal watercraft on one of the Great Lakes that is under the jurisdiction of Grosse Ile shall maintain a distance of 200 feet from the shoreline.

Except as provided in Subsection G(4), a person who operates a personal watercraft or a person who is being towed by a personal watercraft on a water sled, kite, surfboard, parachute, tube, water ski, or similar equipment on the waters of Grosse Ile shall maintain a distance of not less that 100 feet from a dock, raft, or buoyed or occupied bathing or swimming area, a person in the water or on the water in a personal flotation device, or a vessel moored, anchored, drifting, or sitting in dead water.

A person who operates a personal watercraft or a person who is being towed by a personal watercraft on a water sled, kite, surfboard, parachute, tube, water ski, or similar equipment on the waters of Grosse Ile shall maintain a distance of not less that 200 feet from a submerged diver, vessel engaged in underwater diving activities, or a flotation device displaying the international diving insignia.

Subsection G(2) does not apply under either of the following conditions:

An individual who is required to complete a boating safety course under the state law of Michigan and who operates a personal watercraft on the waters of Grosse Ile shall display his or her boating safety certificate upon the demand of a peace officer who identifies himself or herself as a peace officer.

A person shall display only his or her own boating safety certificate upon the demand of a peace officer under Subsection I(1).

A person shall not display a fraudulent boating safety certificate to a peace officer under Subsection I(1).

A peace officer shall not stop a personal watercraft solely for the purpose of determining whether the operator has in his or her possession a boating safety certificate.

Except as provided in Subsection J(2) and (3), a person under the age of 14 shall not use a personal watercraft on the waters of the Township.

A person who is 12 or more and less than 14 years of age before January 1, 1999, may use a personal watercraft on the waters of this Township if before January 1, 1999, he or she obtained a boating safety certificate.

A person who is 12 or more and less than 14 years of age may use a personal watercraft on the waters of this Township if all of the following circumstances exist:

A person who was born after December 31, 1978, shall not operate a personal watercraft upon the waters of this Township unless he or she first obtains a boating safety certificate.

The owner of a personal watercraft or a person having charge over or control of a personal watercraft shall not authorize or knowingly permit the personal watercraft to be operated in violation of this Subsection J.

This Subsection J does not apply to a performer engaged in a professional exhibition or a person preparing to participate or participating in a regatta, race, marine parade, tournament, or exhibition held in compliance with MCL § 324.80164 under a permit issued by the Department and at the time and place specified in the permit.

Except as provided in Subsection K(2), the certification requirements prescribed in Subsections H and J do not apply to a person who is not a resident of this state.

Beginning April 1, 2000, a person who is not a resident of Grosse Ile shall operate a personal watercraft on the waters of this state only if he or she has one of the following in his or her possession:

A dealer of a new or used personal watercraft shall advise each person who buys a personal watercraft from the dealer of the sources of boating safety courses in the area.

A dealer who violates this Subsection L is responsible for a municipal civil infraction and shall be ordered to pay a civil fine in the amount of $100.