Section 299.64 - Open burning on commercial vessels(1) DEFINITIONS. In this section: (a) "Commercial vessel" means a vessel that is operated to transport property or passengers for hire or used by its operator or owner to earn a livelihood.(b) "Open burning" has the meaning given in s. 289.51(1) (b).(2) PROHIBITION. No person may engage in or permit open burning on a commercial vessel in the waters of the state.(3) CITATIONS. The department may follow the procedures for the issuance of a citation under ss. 23.50 to 23.99 to collect a forfeiture for a violation of sub. (2).(4) PENALTY. Any person who violates sub. (2) shall be required to forfeit no less than $100 nor more than $500.1995 a. 290 s. 11; 1997 a. 35 s. 330.