§ 3311. Certificate of inspection required
§ 3311.
Certificate of inspection required
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b), a vessel subject to inspection under this part may not be operated without having on board a certificate of inspection issued under section 3309 of this title.
(b)
The Secretary may direct the owner, charterer, managing operator, agent, master, or individual in charge of a vessel subject to inspection under this chapter and not having on board a certificate of inspection—
(1)
to have the vessel proceed to mooring and remain there until a certificate of inspection is issued;
(2)
to take immediate steps necessary for the safety of the vessel, individuals on board the vessel, or the environment; or
(3)
to have the vessel proceed to a place to make repairs necessary to obtain a certificate of inspection.