### Question
How does the law define vessel engaged in fishing?


### Answer
Under *33 U.S.C. § 2003*, **vessel engaged in fishing** is defined as:

> any vessel fishing with nets, lines, trawls, or other fishing apparatus which restricts maneuverability, but does not include a vessel fishing with trolling lines or other fishing apparatus which do not restrict maneuverability

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 2003*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 34-INLAND NAVIGATIONAL RULES > SUBCHAPTER I-RULES > Part A-General**

