R651-222-7. Mufflers Required on Motorboats Sold

(1) No person shall manufacture, sell, or offer for sale any motorboat:

(a) that is not equipped with a muffler or muffler system; or

(b) that does not comply with rule R651-222-3.

(2) This rule shall not apply to motorboats designed, manufactured and sold for the sole purpose of competing in racing events only and for no other purpose. Any motorboat exempted under this rule shall be documented as such in the sales agreement and shall be formally acknowledged by signature of the buyer and seller and copies of the agreement shall be maintained by both parties. A copy of the agreement shall be kept on board whenever the motorboat is operated. Any motorboat sold under this exemption may only be operated on the waters of this State in accordance with rule R651-222-8.