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What Are The Penalties And Fines In New Mexico For Boaters Who Are Convicted Of Operating A Boat While Under The Influence Of Alcohol Or Drugs?
Boaters who are convicted of operating a boat while under the influence will face a fine of up to $500 and/or face up to 90 days imprisonment. Subsequent violations will be punishable by more severe f...
What Are The Laws For Boating With Alcohol In New Mexico?
In New Mexico it is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Boat operators will be considered to be ‘under the influence’ of alcohol if their Blood Alc...
Is The New Mexico Boater Education Card The Same Thing As a Boating License?
Yes, the BOATsmart! New Mexico Boater Education Card is commonly referred to as a ‘Boating License’ or ‘Boat License Card’.
Who Enforces The Laws On New Mexico’s Waterways?
New Mexico’s boaters are required to comply with the boating laws in place and follow any direction given by officials of the New Mexico State Parks Division. Learn more about New Mexico’s...
Is a Boater Education Card Required In New Mexico?
Yes, for some boaters, depending on their age. Any motorized boat operator born after Dec. 31, 1988 is required to have a New Mexico Boater Education Card. Most other states will require you to carry ...
How Do I Prepare For The New Mexico Boating Safety Test?
Prepare for the official New Mexico Boating Safety Test with the BOATsmart! Course which includes animated, narrated and brilliantly illustrated lessons, perfect for all ages. The 3-hour New Mexico Bo...
Is a Boating License Required In New Mexico?
In New Mexico, boater education is required for all motorized boat operators born after Dec. 31, 1988. If you were born prior to Dec. 31, 1988, you are not required to have an New Mexico Boating Licen...
New Mexico’s Aquatic Invasive Species
Aquatic Invasive Species in New Mexico The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, along with state, federal and private partners, are working diligently to stop the spread of New Mexico’s Aquat...
New Mexico’s Boater Education Requirements
New Mexico’s Boating License Requirements New Mexico’s boater education requirements stipulate that any boat operator born on or after January 1st, 1989, is required to successfully compl...