BOATING LAWS AND REGULATIONS
Boat Registration
Every boat equipped with propulsion machinery of any
type must be registered in the main state of usage. In
nearly all states this means registration with the designated
state agency. In a few jurisdictions, the Coast Guard
retains registration authority. All motor craft not
documented by the U.S. Coast Guard must display
registration numbers. Registration numbers and validation
stickers must be displayed on the boat according to
regulations. Your dealer will either supply registration
forms or tell you where they may be obtained. The
registration agency will issue a certificate which must be
aboard when using your new boat.
Some states and localities have limits in speed, noise and
trailer specifications. It is your responsibility to be aware of
these laws and limits and to be sure that your boat (and
trailer) comply. Consult with your local sheriff marine
patrol, local Coast Guard office, or state Department of
Natural Resources.
Insurance
The boat owner is legally responsible for any damages or
injuries caused by the boat. In most states this is true even
if someone else is operating the boat when the accident
occurs. You should carry adequate personal liability and
property damage insurance on your boat as you do on
your automobile. You should also protect your investment
by insuring your boat against physical damage or theft.
Discharge of Oil
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the
discharge of oil or oily waste into or upon the navigable
waters of the United States or the waters of the contiguous
zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen upon or a
discoloration of the surface of the water or causes a sludge
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