Question 2972 Deck General
70% to passA person is found operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol. He/she is liable for _______________.
A
imprisonment for up to three years
B
a fine of not more than $3,000
C
a fine of not more than $10,000
D
a civil penalty of not more than $5,000
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) a civil penalty of not more than $5,000. Under U.S. Coast Guard regulations, a person found operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol is liable for a civil penalty of not more than $5,000. This is outlined in 46 U.S.C. 2302(c), which establishes the penalties for operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the penalty for this offense. Option A) would be the penalty for a criminal conviction, while options B) and C) reference fines that are not applicable to this civil penalty provision.
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