(a) As used in this section, the following terms have the following meanings:

Attorney's Note

Under the Alabama Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Violationup to 30 daysup to $200
For details, see Ala. Code § 13A-5-7
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Terms Used In Alabama Code 33-5-72

(1) COVERED RECREATIONAL VESSEL. A recreational vessel that meets both of the following requirements:

a. Measures less than 26 feet in overall length.
b. Is capable of developing 115 pounds or more of static thrust.
(2) PROPULSION MACHINERY. A self-contained propulsion system, including, but not limited to, inboard engines, outboard motors, and sterndrive engines.
(3) STATIC THRUST. The forward or backward thrust developed by propulsion machinery while stationary.
(b) A manufacturer, distributor, or dealer that installs propulsion machinery and associated starting controls on a covered recreational vessel shall equip the vessel with an engine cut-off switch and an engine cut-off switch link that meet American Boat and Yacht Council Standard A-33, as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018.
(c)

(1) An individual operating a covered recreational vessel shall use an engine cut-off switch link while operating on plane or above displacement speed.
(2) The requirements of subdivision (1) do not apply under either of the following conditions:

a. The main helm of the covered recreational vessel is installed within an enclosed cabin.
b. The covered recreational vessel does not have an engine cut-off switch and is not required to have one under subsection (b).
(d) Any person who violates this section shall be guilty of a boating violation .
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