Idaho § 67-7077 - Operation of vessels
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 67-7077 — Operation of vessels, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 67-7077. Operation of vessels
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate any vessel on the water of this state:
(a) In a negligent manner as prescribed in section 67-7017 , Idaho Code, while within one hundred (100) feet of another vessel; or
(b) At a speed greater than no wake or five (5) miles per hour while within one hundred (100) feet of a dock, swimmer or other person in the water, except when safely pulling a water skier from a dock, or when safely dropping off a water skier at or near a dock, or when the swimmer or other person in the water is the vessel’s water skier. Except when dropping off a skier at or near a dock all efforts shall be made to reasonably minimize the time and distance the vessel shall travel inside the one hundred (100) foot zone while operating at speeds greater than no wake or five (5) miles per hour.
[67-7077, added 1996, ch. 335, sec. 4, p. 1135; am. 1997, ch. 216, sec. 3, p. 638; am. 1998, ch. 232, sec. 1, p. 790; am. 2003, ch. 232, sec. 1, p. 592.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 67-7077
What does Idaho Statutes § 67-7077 cover?
Section 67-7077 ("Operation of vessels") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 67-7077?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 67-7077" (Idaho). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Idaho law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Idaho official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Idaho attorney.
How does Idaho § 67-7077 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Idaho can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Idaho.