Who Enforces Boating Laws?
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Authorized Montana FWP officers have peace officer status for enforcing boating regulations. Sheriffs, peace officers, and USCG law enforcement officers also have authority to enforce these provisions.
- FWP wardens are authorized to stop, halt, or inspect vessels in order to enforce Montana laws.
- The USCG has enforcement authority on federally controlled waters.