Alabama § 33-5-59 - Display of Certification Required.
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§ 33-5-59. Display of Certification Required.
Every holder of a boater safety certification shall have the certification in personal possession at all times when operating a motorized vessel and shall display the certificate upon demand of a judge of any court or law enforcement officer. No person charged with violating this section shall be convicted, if the person produces in court or in the office of the arresting officer a boater safety certification issued prior to the arrest and valid at the time of arrest.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 33-5-59
What does Code of Alabama § 33-5-59 cover?
Section 33-5-59 ("Display of Certification Required.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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