Marine Patrol


State or local law enforcement units patrolling waterways to enforce safety regulations, check registrations, and assist with rescues.

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Marine Casualty Reporting

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

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State Boating Agency

A generic term for the official entity in each state overseeing boating laws, licenses, and enfor...

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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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Federal Regulations

Boating rules set by the US Coast Guard or other federal entities (e.g., EPA for marine pollution...

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Navigation Rules

The “rules of the road” for waterways, dictating right-of-way, overtaking procedures, and collisi...

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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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Disciplinary Actions

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

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Disciplinary Actions (Placeholder)

(To appear in Part 4) Penalties or corrective measures taken by state agencies or the Coast Guard...

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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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Tow to Shore Services

Commercial assistance (e.g., Sea Tow, TowBoatUS) that rescues disabled boats; having membership c...

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