### Question
Can you define what dealer means?


### Answer
**Dealer** is defined as the following in *46 U.S.C. § 4312*:

> any person who is engaged in the sale and distribution of recreational vessels or associated equipment to purchasers whom the seller in good faith believes to be purchasing any such vessel or associated equipment for purposes other than resale

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 4312*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Vessels and Seamen > Part B-Inspection and Regulation of Vessels > CHAPTER 43-RECREATIONAL VESSELS**

