### Question
How is the "Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection" defined?


### Answer
The term **Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 3305* as follows -

> any person from the civilian or military branch of the Coast Guard who—


(A) is designated as such by the Commandant

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 3305*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Vessels and Seamen > Part B-Inspection and Regulation of Vessels > CHAPTER 33-INSPECTION GENERALLY**

