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ID S1329
Bill
AI Summary
- Vessel operators must report accidents or casualties resulting in death, injury, or property damage exceeding $1,500 to the county sheriff immediately by the quickest means of communication
- Operators must file a boating accident report with the sheriff within 48 hours if a person dies within 24 hours, there is an incapacitating injury, or a person disappears from the vessel; otherwise within 10 days
- Reports must be filed on department-provided forms and cannot be referred to as evidence in any judicial proceeding, with copies transmitted to the designated state boating safety coordinator
- Operators involved in collisions, accidents, or casualties must render aid to affected persons and provide their name, address, and vessel identification in writing to injured persons and property owners
- If the operator is incapacitated, another person aboard capable of giving notice must do so, or the investigating law enforcement officer shall file the required form
Legislative Description
Amends existing law relating to Idaho Safe Boating Act to revise notice and reporting requirements relating to collisions, accidents and casualties.
SAFE BOATING ACT
Last Action
Governor signed Session Law Chapter 71 Effective: 07/01/10
3/24/2010
Committee Referrals
Resources and Conservation2/24/2010
Judiciary and Rules2/10/2010
Full Bill Text
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