Boat Registration Requirements: Boat registration requirements in New Mexico stipulate that to legally operate a motorized boat in the state of New Mexico, you must obtain and carry a Certificate of Number on the boat during operation. A Certificate of Number can be obtained through the Motor Vehicle Division by submitting the required documentation and […]

Alaska’s Litter Laws Alaska’s litter laws stipulate that it is illegal to litter on either Alaska’s state waters or federal waters. In the event of accidental waste discharge, contact the Coast Guard’s Department of Environmental Conservation Area Response Team. Protecting Alaska’s Marine Environment and Mammals Boaters should stay at least 300 feet away from marine […]

Boat Registration Requirements All motorized boats are required to be registered. Some states also require registration for non-motorized boats. These boat registration requirements will vary depending on the state in which you’re boating. Requirements for Registration Documentation and the External Display of Numbers When you register your boat with your state, you will receive a […]

Boat Registration Requirements In order to legally operate a motorized boat in North Dakota, you must obtain a Certificate of Number (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be carried on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during operation. Boat Registration Exemptions: Human-powered craft. Boats that are properly […]

Pennsylvania’s Boat Registration Requirements Pennsylvania’s boat registration requirements stipulate that to legally operate a motorized boat (including boats with trolling motors), you must obtain a Pennsylvania Certificate of Boat Registration (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be carried on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during boat […]

Arkansas’ Boat Registration and Titling In order to legally operate a sail-powered or motorized boat (including boats with trolling motors), you must obtain an Arkansas Certificate of Number (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during boat operation. Boat Registration […]

Delaware’s Boat Registration and Titling Requirements Delaware’s boat registration requirements stipulat that in order to legally operate a boat in Delaware, you must obtain a Certificate of Number (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during boat operation. Exemptions: Non-motorized […]

South Carolina’s Boat Registration and Titling Requirements South Carolina’s boat registration requirements stipulate that in order to legally operate a boat in South Carolina, you must obtain a Certificate of Number (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during boat […]

Boat Registration and Titling Requirements Mississippi’s boat registration requirements stipulate that in order to legally operate a motorized boat or sailboat in the state, you must obtain a Certificate of Number (registration card) and validation decals. The Certificate of Number must be on board and be available for inspection by an enforcement officer during boat […]

Boat License Requirements Any person from 12-17 years of age, is required to obtain a Minnesota Watercraft Operator’s Permit, commonly called a boat license, to operate a motorized boat over 25 horsepower. Non-residents who already possess an Operator’s Certificate or permit issued by their home state, do not need to obtain another one from Minnesota. […]