The only watercrafts that are not subject to BUI laws are those vessels that are self-propelled, such kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, etc. If the vessel has a motor, you can be arrested for BUI.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
BUI Laws
BUI laws are very similar to the state’s DUI laws. It is illegal for adults to operate a boat or watercraft with a BAC of .08% or higher. Minors cannot operate a boat or watercraft with a BAC of .01% or higher. However, boaters are permitted to have open containers of alcohol in the cabin of a boat or watercraft, unlike in the cabin of a vehicle. Furthermore, boaters are also permitted to consume alcohol while they are in the cabin of the boat or watercraft. You can also be charged with BUI if you are being pulled or towed by a motorized watercraft vessel and your BAC is .08% or higher. For example, if you are being towed while waterskiing and your BAC is .85%, you may be arrested for BUI.
The only watercrafts that are not subject to BUI laws are those vessels that are self-propelled, such kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, etc. If the vessel has a motor, you can be arrested for BUI.
The only watercrafts that are not subject to BUI laws are those vessels that are self-propelled, such kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, etc. If the vessel has a motor, you can be arrested for BUI.
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