Neither the lock gates, valves, paddles, capstans, nor any part of the machinery on or connected with a lock shall be operated by any person other than the duly appointed lock officials; nor shall any mechanical part of any lock be handled or interfered with by any other person. Any person violating this section shall be subject to a penalty of not to exceed $100 for each offense.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 21 § 150.4