Boating Laws in the USA

Idaho’s Laws for Boating Under the Influence

Idaho’s boating and alcohol laws state that it is illegal for any person who is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicating substance to operate a vessel. In Idaho, a person ...

Idaho’s Boat Accident Reporting Requirements

Operators involved in a boat accident are required to: Stop their vessel immediately at the scene of the accident. Render assistance to any person who has been injured or who is in danger so long as ...

Tennessee’s Muffler Requirements and Litter Laws

Tennessee’s Muffler and Noise Level Laws In Tennessee, the engines of all motorized boats must have an effective muffling system. Additionally: The use of cut-outs is illegal. Manufacturers may ...

Tennessee’s Boater Education Requirements

According to Tennessee’s boater education requirements, any Tennessee resident born after January 1, 1989, must show the Tennessee Wildlife and Resources Agency-issued wallet Boating Safety Educ...

Nevada’s Life Jacket Laws

According to Nevada’s life jacket laws, every boat must carry at least one Coast Guard-approved life jacket for each person on board and for any person being towed by the boat, placed so as to b...

Nevada’s Muffler Requirements and Litter Laws

Noise Level and Muffler Requirements in Nevada The exhaust of every internal combustion engine used on a motorized boat must be effectively muffled by equipment designed to muffle or suppress the nois...

Nevada’s Boater Education Requirements

Nevada’s Boater Education Regulations Nevada’s boater education regulations require any operator born on or after January 1st, 1983, who wishes to operate a boat powered by a motor of 15 h...

Nevada’s Laws for Negligent Boat Operation

Nevada’s Laws for Reckless Operation According to Nevada’s negligent boat operation regulations it is illegal in the state of Nevada to operate any boat or manipulate any waterskis, surfbo...

Boating and Alcohol Laws in Nevada

Boating and Alcohol: The Laws It is illegal in the state of Nevada to operate any boat, or manipulate any waterskis, surfboard or similar device while under the influence of alcohol or controlled subs...