Section 13-241-4 - Number display(a) The identification number awarded to any vessel as indicated in the certificate of number shall be painted on, attached to, or otherwise permanently displayed on each side of the bow (i.e. the forward half of the hull) or on the permanent superstructure located on the forward half of the hull which is as nearly vertical as possible where such number may be easily observed and provide maximum opportunity for identification, or, if due to vessel configuration, the above will not provide ready identification, on a bracket or fixture firmly attached to the forward half of the vessel. A displayed number shall not be placed on the obscured underside of a flared bow where the angle is such that the numbers cannot be easily seen from another vessel or ashore. The numerals and letters in a displayed number shall read from left to right, shall be in block characters of good proportion, and shall measure not less than three full inches from top to bottom. A displayed number meets the sizing requirements of this section if it is clearly visible and legible from a distance of at least one hundred feet away.(b) No numerals, letters, or devices other than those used in connection with the ready identification numbers issued to a vessel shall be carried on the forward half of the vessel and no devices which might interfere with the ready identification of the vessel by its number shall be carried on any part of the vessel.(c) No identification numbers other than those awarded to a vessel as indicated in a valid certificate of number that is in full force and effect shall be displayed on the forward half of any undocumented vessel. Any other previously awarded number or numbers awarded in a certificate of number that has expired or been cancelled or withdrawn shall be covered or removed. [Eff 2/24/94] (Auth: HRS § 200-24) (Imp: HRS §§ 200-24, 200-31)