§ 6303. Rights of parties in interest

In an investigation conducted under this chapter, the following shall be allowed to be represented by counsel, to cross-examine witnesses, and to call witnesses:

• (1) an owner,
• (2) any holder of a license or certificate of registry,
• (3) any holder of a merchant mariner’s document,
• (4) any other person whose conduct is under investigation, and
• (5) any other party in interest.