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In South Carolina, it is unlawful to operate a vessel powered by an engine of 10 horsepower or greater, a personal watercraft (PWC), or a specialty propcraft unless you:

  • Were born on or before July 1, 2007 or...
  • Possess or have been issued a South Carolina boating safety certificate or...
  • Possess a license to operate a vessel issued by the USCG in your name, regardless of the expiration date on the license or...
  • Possess a merchant mariner credential issued by the USCG in your name, regardless of the expiration date on the credential or...
  • Are a nonresident and possess a boating safety certificate or equivalent issued by another state in your name or...
  • Are accompanied by a person at least 18 years of age who meets one of the above criteria.
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