Your State's Boating Regulations

Please review your state's boating regulations:



District of Columbia


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Mandatory Safety EducationYes
Mandatory Operator LicensingNo
Certify Minor BoatersYes
Minimum Certification Age0
Class Hours Required for Certification10
Mandatory Wearing PFDsY
Circumstances and Age RequirementsIn special requirement areas.
Minimum PWC Operator AgeNone
Require Adult on Board when Minor is operating PWCNo
Require PWC Operators and Passengers to Wear PFDNo
Vessel OUI LawNo
Blood Alcohol Concentration Intoxication LevelN/A