Section 10. Application and definitions  


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  • A. This chapter applies to vessels on waters within the territorial limits of the Commonwealth (both public and private waters), except:

    1. Vessels used for noncommercial use;

    2. Vessels leased, rented, or chartered to another for the latter's noncommercial use;

    3. Commercial vessels propelled by sail not carrying passengers for hire; or

    4. Commercial barges not carrying passengers for hire.

    B. Terms used in this chapter shall have the same meanings as the terms defined in 4VAC15-430-20.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 19, Issue 05, eff. January 1, 2003.

Statutory Authority

§§ 29.1-501, 29.1-502, 29.1-701, and 29.1-735 of the Code of Virginia.