Vessels: operation: registration.
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- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill changes the definition of ‘for-hire vessel’ to include any vessel carrying passengers for hire, expanding the scope of a crime. It also makes failing to display a ski flag to indicate a swimmer an infraction, similar to current law. The bill requires all vessels using California waters to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, and mandates the display of a registration sticker. Furthermore, it applies the same restrictions on court dismissal for DUI/VUI offenses as are currently in place, and authorizes peace officers to issue notices to appear in vessel accident cases, mirroring procedures for vehicle accidents.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘for-hire vessel’ to include any vessel carrying passengers for hire.
- Makes failing to display a ski flag to indicate a swimmer an infraction.
- Requires all vessels using California waters to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Mandates the display of a registration sticker on registered vessels.
- Prohibits courts from dismissing DUI/VUI cases based on participation in treatment programs.
- Authorizes peace officers to issue notices to appear in vessel accident cases.
- Clarifies the requirements for numbering undocumented vessels.
- Specifies that no reimbursement is required for local agencies due to the creation of new offenses.
Who is affected
- Boat Owners
- Skiers
- Swimmers
- Peace Officers
- The Department of Motor Vehicles
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