33 CFR § 95.030Chapter I

§ 95.030 Evidence of under the influence of alcohol or a dangerous drug.

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Acceptable evidence of when a vessel operator is under the influence of alcohol or a dangerous drug includes, but is not limited to:

(a) Personal observation of an individual's manner, disposition, speech, muscular movement, general appearance, or behavior; or,

(b) A chemical test.

[CGD 84-099, 53 FR 13117, Apr. 21, 1988; CGD 84-009, 53 FR 13117, Apr. 21, 1988, as amended by USCG-1998-4593, 66 FR 1862, Jan. 10, 2001]

eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026

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