Maryland Boating Regulations and Laws
The Maryland boating safety certificate
(commonly known as a Maryland boating
license) is proof that a boater has successfully
completed a boating safety course.
Maryland
law places certain restrictions on boat
and PWC operators. These restrictions
vary depending on the operator's age,
the type of vessel being operated, and
the horsepower of that vessel. See Who
May Operate a Vessel for the
specific requirements.
Even if not required by law to get the Maryland boating license,
many boaters take the boat safety course in order to save on their
PWC or boat insurance.
Do your part to make boating in Maryland a safe, enjoyable pastime!
Become an educated, responsible boater by completing the Boat Maryland course and practice what you
learn.
How do I learn about the legal requirements of boating in Maryland?
Laws and regulations concerning operating a personal watercraft
or vessel, required equipment, vessel registration and much more
can be found in Chapter 4: The
Legal Requirements of Boating.
How do I take a safe boating exam and get my boater education
card?
Where can I get the boater safety education course material?
You're at the right place, because the Boat Maryland online
safe boating course is the official course
developed specifically for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. All the required safe
boating course material to get your
course certificate is available for free
online. Please visit our Maryland safe boating course introductory page
to find out about the boater exam process.
Where can I get more information about the Maryland boater safety course certificate?
Who needs an Maryland boat license, and what can they operate
once they get their boater safety course certificate?
Maryland's boating safety education requirements and laws about
operating a boat or PWC are explained in detail on the Who
May Operate a Vessel page.
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