Proof of Ownership

Documentation (bill of sale, title, manufacturer’s certificate) establishing legal possession of a vessel, required for registration and boater education licensing in some states.

Related Terms

Vessel Registration

The legal documentation process of recording a boat with the appropriate state agency, akin to a ...

Boat Title

A legal document proving ownership of a vessel, containing the boat’s hull identification number ...

State Regulations

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

Trailer Registration

The requirement in many states to register a boat trailer, separate from the vessel registration;...

Marine Surveyor

A professional who inspects boats for condition and safety compliance; typically required for ins...

Vessel Turnover Rate

The frequency at which a boat is sold or changes ownership; states require updated registration, ...

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