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1. The following vessels do not have to be registered in California The following vessels do not have to be registered in California: Vessels propelled solely by oars or paddles. Nonmotorized sailboats that are eight feet or less in length. Nonmotorized surfboards propelled by a sail and with a mast that the operator must hold upright. A ship’s lifeboat (a dinghy is not a lifeboat). Vessels currently […]...
2. How to Register a PWC in California? Generally, every sail-powered vessel over eight feet in length and every motor-driven vessel (regardless of length) that is not documented by the U.S. Coast Guard which is used or on the waters of this state are subject to registration by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The vessel must be located in California. Vessels previously […]...
3. California has no mandatory personal watercraft education requirements California has no mandatory personal watercraft education requirements...
4. Silverwood Lake, California: All boats, personal watercraft, kayaks, canoes, sailboards, inflatables, and float tubes must undergo a mandatory inspection Silverwood Lake, California: All boats, personal watercraft, kayaks, canoes, sailboards, inflatables, and float tubes must undergo a mandatory inspection...
5. All PWC watercraft on Michigan waters, including privately owned lakes and waterways, must be registered All watercraft on Michigan waters, including privately owned lakes and waterways, must be registered except: Watercraft 16 feet or less, propelled by oars or paddles, and not used for rental or commercial purposes. Nonmotorized canoes and kayaks not used for rental or commercial purposes, rafts, surfboards, sailboards, and swim floats, regardless of length.  Watercraft registered […]...
6. All vessels are responsible for any discomfort or injury to other persons or damage to vessels caused by their wake All vessels are responsible for any discomfort or injury to other persons or damage to vessels caused by their wake...
7. How to Register a Personal Watercraft PWC in California Application to register a vessel may be made at any office of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Upon receipt of the required information and fees, DMV will issue a Certificate of Number, a Certificate of Ownership, and a set of registration stickers. The boat registration number is the number (beginning with CF) shown on […]...
8. Safe Boating Certificate will allow an individual to operate any recreational vessel registered A Safe Boating Certificate (SBC) will allow an individual to operate any recreational vessel registered in Connecticut except a personal watercraft (“Jet Ski” type vessel) on Connecticut’s waters. A Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) will allow an individual to operate any recreational vessel including a personal watercraft (“Jet Ski” type vessel).  Any person required […]...
9. Changes to the California Life Jacket PWC Boating Law As of this year, the California boating law now requires all children under the age of 13 to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. (Used to be “under age 12”.)...
10. Am I required by law to install a kill switch on a personal watercraft? California does not require the installation of a kill switch on personal watercraft or any other vessels used in the state. However, on vessels equipped by the manufacturer with a lanyard, California law does require the operator to use it by attaching the lanyard to his or her person, clothing, or personal flotation device, as […]...
11. The California Boating Safety Course The California Boating Safety Course: Produced and copyrighted by the Department of Boating and Waterways, this correspondence course allows boaters to study at home at their own pace and covers state and federal boating law, rules of the road, boat handling, required equipment, navigational aids, accident reporting, and special topics. Approved by the National Association […]...
12. How to get a personal watercraft insurance quote online Rating agencies are available online and are a valuable resource to help motorists make a well informed decision before choosing a company. These agencies use certain tiers which they place insurers in based on their financial stability; for example, one agency uses letter grades similar to school grading. If a carrier receives an “A” then […]...
13. What is the Difference Between a Documented Vessel and an Undocumented Vessel? An undocumented vessel is registered by the DMV and does not have a marine certificate issued by the U.S. Coast Guard. A documented vessel is registered and issued a marine certificate by the U.S. Coast Guard. It does not require DMV registration. Please see the previous note. You are required to register your undocumented vessel […]...
14. Personal Watercraft, Navigation Rules in California The inland navigational rules, commonly called the “Rules of the Road,” govern the operation of boats and specify light and sound signals on inland waters in order to prevent collisions. Existing law requires that a complete copy of the new inland navigational rules must be kept for reference on board all boats of 39 feet […]...
15. What does this mean to the motor boater with a boat registered in Oregon? Registered  boaters (including registered sailboats 12 feet and longer) will pay an additional $5 surcharge when they renew their boat registration.  Current boat decals (which are stickers that attach to the bow of the boat) are proof that you’ve paid the permit fee.  Renewal notifications will itemize the cost of registration and the $5 surcharge so boaters […]...