Public Safety Committee Moves to Adopt Revised Derelict Boat Regulations

New Law Tightens Penalties On Abandoned Boats - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA

There will stronger penalties for those who leave their boats on the water. A new law will establish new definitions and timetable for how long a boat can be abandoned on a river or lake. That includes making it a misdemeanor instead of a summary of offense. Supporters of the bill say abandoned boats are becoming a growing problem and can pose a threat to public safety. Officials say the boats can block water ways, have hazardous materials on th…

Public Safety Committee moves to adopt revised derelict boat regulations

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston’s Public Safety Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to adopt revised derelict boat regulations, which repeals and replaces existing regulations. The city is among several local municipalities updating ordinances this week to adhere to new state law on dealing with derelict boats and watercraft. Abandoned, derelict, and sunken vessels have long been a problem in local waterways, often posing environmental and …

A new Florida law aims to crack down on derelict boats. Here's what to know

The new law gives the FWC more power to remove derelict and at-risk boats, closes ownership loopholes and imposes tougher penalties to protect waterways.

Derelict boat removed from waterway

A new Florida law aims to crack down on derelict boats. Here’s what to know   - The Suncoast News & Scoop

A new Florida law aims to crack down on derelict boats. Here's what to know  - wtsp Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC   To read this story click -

New Florida law targets derelict vessels - Anna Maria Islander

A new state law is in effect, intended to reduce derelict and at-risk vessels on Florida’s waterways by giving marine […] The post New Florida law targets derelict vessels appeared first on Anna Maria Islander.