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NC S798
Bill
AI Summary
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Watercraft operators must display a red or orange flag measuring at least 12 inches by 12 inches when a person leaves the boat and enters the water between sunrise and sunset on Lake Norman.
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The flag must be visible 360 degrees around the horizon and displayed only when an occupant has left the watercraft; the flag requirement does not apply to moored or anchored boats or during towing operations.
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Watercraft operators must operate at no-wake speed within 50 yards of a displayed skier down flag.
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Violations are classified as Class 3 misdemeanors and enforced under G.S. 75A-17.
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The act applies only to Lake Norman waters in Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg Counties, effective April 1, 2021.
Legislative Description
Lake Norman Skier Safety
Last Action
Re-ref to Judiciary. If fav, re-ref to Rules and Operations of the Senate
5/20/2020