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of the Navigational Rules requires that all vessels less than 65 feet, vessels engaged in fishing and all sailboats shall not impede the passage of a vessel that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway.

Rule 9 places the obligation on YOU, the small vessel operator. Violations of Rule 9 can result in civil penalties of up to:
 

 

 

 

 

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