33 CFR § 87.02Chapter I
§ 87.02 Exclusive use.
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The use or exhibition of any of the foregoing signals except for the purpose of indicating distress and need of assistance and the use of other signals which may be confused with any of the above signals is prohibited.
eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026
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