R650-208-1. Backing Plates

On vessels where an assigned vessel number on the hull or superstructure would not be visible, the vessel owner may mount the vessel number and registration decals on a backing plate that is: (1) attached to the forward half of the vessel such that the number is visible from each side of the vessel; and (2) displayed as required by Subsection 73-18-7(4) and Rule R650-212.