a.
It is unlawful for any parent to permit his or her child under the age of 13 or for any guardian to permit any child under the age of 13 in his or her care to access any public waters unless such child is wearing a life preserver.
b.
For purposes of this section, "life preserver" is any device meeting the definition "Personal Flotation Device" as set forth in Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations.
c.
A violation of any of the provisions of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor.
(SCC 1390 § 1, 2008)