Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 91-23-8 - Vessel Identification8.1. Vessel numbers. 8.1.1. The number shall be divided into three parts. The first part shall consist of the symbols WV, identifying the State of West Virginia, followed by a combination of numerals which furnish individual vessel identification. The group of digits appearing after the letters WV shall be separated by an equivalent space (e.g., WV 100 AA).8.1.2. The remainder of the boat number shall consist of not more than four (4) arabic numerals and two (2) capital letters, in sequence, separated by an equivalent space, in accordance with the serials numerically and alphabetically.8.1.3. Since the letters "I", "O", and "Q" may be mistaken for arabic numerals, all letter sequences using "I", "O", and "Q" shall be omitted. Objectionable words formed by the use of letters will not be used.8.2. Display of number on vessel.8.2.1. The number awarded, exactly as shown on the certificate of number, shall be painted on or attached to each side of the bow of the vessel for which it was issued.8.2.2. The number shall be placed on each side of the forward half of the vessel in such position as to provide clear legibility for identification. The numbers shall read from left to right and shall be in block characters of good proportion not less than three (3) inches in height. The numbers shall be of a color which will contrast with the background, and so maintained as to be clearly visible and legible (i.e., dark numbers on a light background or light numbers on a dark background).8.2.3. No number other than the number awarded to a motorboat or granted reciprocity pursuant to these regulations shall be painted, attached, or otherwise displayed on either side of the bow of such vessel.8.3. The Commissioner shall furnish to all applicants two (2) decals bearing the numbers of the current year, which will establish valid registration. The decals are to be displayed on each side of the bow of the boat immediately following (within six (6) inches) the assigned West Virginia number.