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Declaration of policy. Definitions. Requirement as to numbering of vessels; titling; requirements for hull damaged vessels. Numbering of vessels; requirements; fees. Exemptions from numbering requirements. Dealers’ vessels. Hull identification numbers required; penalty for violations. Display of hull identification numbers on new vessels. Seizure of vessels without hull identification numbers; seizure of related property; inspections. Property not subject to replevin; report by law enforcement agency of seizure of property; procedures [Repealed]. Counterfeit hull identification numbers; penalty. Exception to requirement for hull identification numbers. Classification of vessels; required equipment. Discharge of sewage from vessels on lakes; use of vessels with marine toilets on protected fresh waters; certificate and recordation requirements. Restrictions on operation of personal watercraft. Operation of watercraft; identification; operation by minors. Definitions; anchorage restriction areas; permit requirement for long-term anchoring in estuarine areas; short-term anchoring; safe harbor; exceptions. Boat liveries. Exhausts to be muffled; exemptions; noise level testing. 52-7-11. Lights.