Mich. Admin. Code R. 281.2202 - Michigan hull identification numbers

Rule 2.

(1) An application for a Michigan hull identification number shall be accompanied by proof of watercraft ownership. Proof of ownership consists of any of the following materials:

(a) A certificate of title issued by another state.

(b) A bill of sale for a watercraft or the materials from which a watercraft was made.

(c) A past or current watercraft registration.

(d) A certified statement of ownership.

(e) Other evidence of ownership, such as a court order or legal instrument.

(2) Upon assignment of a Michigan hull identification number, the applicant, or another person at the applicant's request, shall affix the number to the outboard side of the watercraft transom or, in the absence of a transom, to the outermost starboard side of the watercraft at the end of the hull that bears the rudder or other steering mechanism and above the waterline in such a way that alteration, removal, or replacement would be obvious and evident. The number shall be affixed permanently by carving, burning, stamping, engraving, embossing, or similar means, including nonremovable riveting or welding. The characters of the number shall be not less than 1/4 inch in height.

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Mich. Admin. Code R. 281.2202

1980 AACS