# S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-310: SECTION 50-23-310. Numbering of vessels

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-310

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-310
- **Heading:** SECTION 50-23-310. Numbering of vessels
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 50 / Chapter 23 / Article 3 / Section 50-23-310

## Text

Every vessel using the waters of this State shall be numbered except those exempt by Section 50-23-320. No person shall operate or give permission for the operation of any such vessel on such waters unless the vessel is numbered in accordance with this chapter or in accordance with applicable Federal law or in accordance with a Federally-approved numbering system of another state and unless (1) The certificate of number issued to such a vessel is on board and in full force and effect. (2) The identifying number set forth in the certificate of number is displayed on each side of the forward half of the vessel. (3) The decals issued by the department are attached to each side of the bow of the boat within six inches following the identifying number. Such decals, when a certificate of number is issued or renewed, shall be deemed a part of the registration number. Editor's Note 1999 Act No. 124, SECTION 2.T, provided for the transfer of the sections from Article 3, Chapter 21 where this section was numbered SECTION 50-21-310.

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-310 SECTION 50-23-310. Numbering of vessels.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-310.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-320 SECTION 50-23-320. Exceptions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-320.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-330 SECTION 50-23-330. Conformity to United States Government numbering system.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-330.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-340 SECTION 50-23-340. Application for and issuance of number and certificate; fee.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-340.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-345 SECTION 50-23-345. Temporary certificate of number.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-345.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-350 SECTION 50-23-350. Issuance of certificates of number by agents.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-350.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-360 SECTION 50-23-360. Display of number.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-360.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-370 SECTION 50-23-370. Expiration and renewal.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-370.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-375 SECTION 50-23-375. Display of number or decal on watercraft or outboard motor other than that for which it was issued.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-375.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-380 SECTION 50-23-380. Transfer of registration upon change of ownership; fee.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-380.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-385 SECTION 50-23-385. Houseboats with waste-holding tanks; indefinite mooring; waste pump-out.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-385.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-400 SECTION 50-23-400. Notice of change of address.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-400.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-420 SECTION 50-23-420. Display of hull identification number.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-420.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-23-425 SECTION 50-23-425. Denial of renewal of registration; proof of payment of property taxes on watercraft.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C23_A3_S50-23-425.md)

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