Am I required by law to install a kill switch on a personal watercraft?
Tuesday, Sep. 14th 2010 6:10 AM
California does not require the installation of a kill switch on personal watercraft or any other vessels used in the state. However, on vessels equipped by the manufacturer with a lanyard, California law does require the operator to use it by attaching the lanyard to his or her person, clothing, or personal flotation device, as appropriate for the specific vessel.
(Reference: Section 65537(a) of the California Harbors and Navigation Code)
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