MANDATORY CONDITIONS FOR REPORTING A BOATING ACCIDENT

The operator or owner of any recreational boat is required to file a Boating Accident Report if the boat is involved in an incident that results in:

1. A person’s death or disappearance.
2. An injury which requires medical treatment beyond first aid.
3. Damage to the boat and other property exceeding $2000.
4. Complete loss of the boat.

Boat operators are required to report their accident to local authorities in the state where the accident occurred. To obtain a Boating Accident Report form, contact: (850)-488-5600

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