### Question
How does the law define Commandant?


### Answer
Under *46 CFR § 1.01-05*, **Commandant** is defined as:

> the Commandant of the Coast Guard.

#### Citation:
  - *46 CFR § 1.01-05*
  - Heading: **Title 46—Shipping > PART 1—ORGANIZATION, GENERAL COURSE AND METHODS GOVERNING MARINE SAFETY FUNCTIONS > Subpart 1.01—Organization and General Flow of Functions > CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION**

