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Official Mississippi Boating Handbook Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks

It's the Law: Before Going Out

Local Regulations

Some waterways in Mississippi may have special regulations such as size and horsepower restrictions. Check with the governing body of the county or municipality where the waterway is located before you go boating.

Homeland Security Restrictions

Homeland security restrictions can be found on the Obstructing Navigation page.

Enforcement

  • The boating laws of Mississippi are enforced by the officers of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks, the officers of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, U.S. Coast Guard officers, and any other authorized peace officers or law enforcement officers.
  • Officers have the authority to stop and board vessels in order to check for compliance with state and federal laws.
  • The U.S. Coast Guard also has enforcement authority on all federally controlled waters.
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