Florida boating safety requirements changed with the new year

Boating-safety education requirements changed in Florida beginning January the 1st.

With the New Year boat operators who were born on or after January the1st, 1988, must pass an approved boating-safety course and possess photographic identification and a boating-safety education identification card issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to legally operate any boat with a motor of 10 horsepower or more.

There are a few exceptions. For instance, a person born on or after Jan. 1, 1988, who operates a boat within 90 days after purchasing it, does not need a boating-safety education identification card if a bill of sale is onboard. After the 90-day period ends, the boat operator needs to meet the educational requirements. Those who possess a current United States Coast Guard license also are exempt.

You can get more information about course information and educational requirements by clicking HERE.


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