Maine § 13069-B. - Watercraft accidents involving property damage
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 13069-B. — Watercraft accidents involving property damage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13069-B.. Watercraft accidents involving property damage
The following provisions govern accidents involving watercraft that result in property damage only. [PL 2005, c. 436, §4 (NEW).]
1. Provide information. The operator of a watercraft involved in a collision or accident that results in property damage shall provide the owner or operator of that property:
A. The operator's name and address; and [PL 2005, c. 436, §4 (NEW).]
B. The registration number of the operator's watercraft. [PL 2005, c. 436, §4 (NEW).]
2. Render assistance. The operator of a watercraft involved in an accident shall render reasonable assistance to all persons involved in the accident as far as the operator can without serious damage to the operator's watercraft or serious risk to crew or passengers.
3. Violation. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 13069-B.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 13069-B. cover?
Section 13069-B. ("Watercraft accidents involving property damage") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 13069-B.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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