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A motorboat is powered by a motor greater than 25 horsepower. Which persons must have a Boating Safety Education Certificate in their possession to operate the boat legally

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All PWC (personal watercraft) drivers are required to have completed and retained a boating safety education course. A boat with more than 25 horsepower or a PWC may NOT be operated by anyone under the age of 11 years old.

What are the criteria to operate a boat with greater than 25 horsepower?

Personal Watercraft (PWC):

  • Even with an adult on board, anyone under the age of 13 is not allowed to drive.
  • 13-year-olds operating a watercraft must either a) have someone older than 21 with them, b) have a watercraft operator's permit, and c) be under the direct supervision of someone older than 21.
  • 14–17 years old: Requires either a) a watercraft operator's permit or b) a passenger who is at least 21.

Motorboat Operators:

  • Less than 12 years old: a) under 25 HP, no limit; b) between 25 and 75 HP, someone at least 21 must be on board and within reach of the controls; c) over 75 HP, not even with adults on board, is prohibited.
  • 12 to 17-year-olds: a) 25 HP or less - no limit; b) over 25 HP - require a watercraft operator's permit or have a person at least 21 years old on board within reach of the controls.

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