Boating Under the Influence (BUI)


The offense of operating a vessel while impaired by alcohol or drugs; penalties can include fines, jail, and license revocation.

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State Regulations

Laws established by individual states concerning boater education, vessel registration, equipment...

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Alcohol and Boating

Operating under the influence (OUI/BUI) laws prohibit or limit alcohol use while boating; boater ...

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Marine Patrol

State or local law enforcement units patrolling waterways to enforce safety regulations, check re...

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Disciplinary Actions

Official penalties for violating boating laws (e.g., fines, license suspension, vessel impoundmen...

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