Application for certificate of registration, number, and title

(a) A person who is the owner of a boat required to be registered under AS 05.25.055 and this chapter may apply for a certificate of registration, number, or title for that boat by submitting to the department (1) an application on a form and in a manner prescribed by the department; and (2) the applicable fee required under AS 05.25.096. (b) A boat dealer, or an agent authorized by the department under AS 05.25.055(e), must submit an application and fees received by the dealer or agent to the department within 30 days from the date the application and fees are received.