§ 3311. Certificate of inspection required

• (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a vessel subject to inspection under this part may not be operated without having on board a certificate of inspection issued under section 3309 of this title .
• (b) The Secretary may direct the owner, charterer, managing operator, agent, master, or individual in charge of a vessel subject to inspection under this chapter and not having on board a certificate of inspection—
  • (1) to have the vessel proceed to mooring and remain there until a certificate of inspection is issued;
  • (2) to take immediate steps necessary for the safety of the vessel, individuals on board the vessel, or the environment; or
  • (3) to have the vessel proceed to a place to make repairs necessary to obtain a certificate of inspection.