1. (1) The operator of a vessel shall ensure the vessel's masthead lights, all-around lights, side lights, and stern lights are visible at the ranges set out in the below Table 1.

   TABLE 1LOCATIONCLASS A, 1 or 2CLASS 3DEGREESMasthead light2 miles3 miles225All-round light2 miles2 miles360Side lights1 mile2 miles112.5Stern light2 miles2 miles135

2. (2) A vessel may only display lights as outlined in Table 1, except a vessel may display:

   1. (a) a spotlight or other non-navigational light intermittently to locate a hazard to navigation;
   2. (b) non-navigational lights during a federal or state permitted marine parade; or
   3. (c) a spotlight or other non-navigational light when the vessel is actively engaged in fishing, bow fishing, or scientific research in a navigational channel when the vessel is being operated at a wakeless speed.

KEY: boating

Date of Last Change: January 9, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 73-18-8(2)