Disciplinary Actions


Official penalties for violating boating laws (e.g., fines, license suspension, vessel impoundment). Enforcement may come from state agencies or the Coast Guard.

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Marine Casualty Reporting

Legal requirement to report accidents involving death, injury, or significant property damage to ...

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Recreational Boating Statistics

Annual or periodic data on accidents, injuries, and fatalities published by the USCG or state age...

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Boat License Requirements

State-specific regulations mandating that operators of certain vessels complete a boater educatio...

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Marine Patrol

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

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Waterways with Speed Traps

Sections of water patrolled heavily for speed limit enforcement; consistent violations can result...

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Abandoned Vessel Laws

Regulations dictating how states handle derelict or sunken boats; owners can face fines or lose t...

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Onboard Security Cameras

Video systems monitoring activity on the vessel, used to deter theft or monitor passengers. Foota...

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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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Boating Under the Influence (BUI)

The offense of operating a vessel while impaired by alcohol or drugs; penalties can include fines...

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Wake-Fishing Conflicts

Disputes when boat wakes disturb anchored anglers or shoreline fishing. Boater ed stresses slow s...

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