Code of Federal Regulations Title 33. Navigation and Navigable Waters § 33.165.1154 Security Zones;  Cruise Ships, San Pedro Bay, California

(a) Definition. “Cruise ship” as used in this section means a passenger vessel, except for a ferry, over 100 feet in length, authorized to carry more than 12 passengers for hire;  making voyages lasting more than 24 hours, any part of which is on the high seas;  and for which passengers are embarked or disembarked in the Port of Los Angeles or Port of Long Beach.

(b) Location. The following areas are security zones:  All navigable waters, extending from the surface to the sea floor, within a 100–yard radius around any cruise ship that is located within the San Pedro Bay area landward of the sea buoys bounding the port of Los Angeles or Port of Long Beach or designated anchorages within 3 nautical miles seaward of the Federal Breakwaters.

(c) Regulations. Under regulations in 33 CFR part 165, subpart D, a person or vessel may not entry into or remain in the security zones created by this section unless authorized by the Coast Guard Captain of the Port, Los Angeles—Long Beach (COTP) or a COTP designated representative.

(d) Authority. In addition to 46 U.S.C. 123170034 and 46 U.S.C. 19170051, the authority for this section includes 46 U.S.C. 122670116.

(e) Enforcement. The U.S. Coast Guard may be assisted in the patrol and enforcement of the security zone by the Los Angeles Port Police and the Long Beach Police Department.