It's the Law: On the Water
Alcohol and Drugs
Louisiana law prohibits anyone from operating a vessel of any kind or manipulating water skis, a surfboard, or similar device while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
A person is considered to be intoxicated if he or she:
- Has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater and is 21 years of age or older or ...
- Has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% or greater and is under 21 years of age.
- The law also prohibits the owner or person in charge of a vessel from knowingly allowing a person who is intoxicated or under the influence of drugs to operate the vessel.
- Penalties for operating a vessel of any kind or manipulating water skis, a surfboard, or similar device while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs include a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment up to six months, or both.
- By operating a vessel on Louisiana waters, you have consented to be tested for alcohol or drugs if
arrested by a law enforcement officer.
- Any arrest for DUI while boating will affect
your automobile driving privileges.
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