New Hampshire § 270-73 - Section 270:73 Definitions.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 270-73 — Section 270:73 Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 270-73. Section 270:73 Definitions.
In this subdivision: I. "Bureau" means the department of safety, bureau of hearings, established pursuant to RSA 21-P:13. II. "Department" means the department of safety. III. "Operator" means a person who operates or who has charge of the navigation or use of a ski craft. IV. "Private boat" means a boat as defined in RSA 270:2, V, including a ski craft. V. "Ski craft" means any motorized watercraft or private boat which is less than 13 feet in length as manufactured, is capable of exceeding a speed of 20 miles per hour, and has the capacity to carry not more than the operator and one other person while in operation. The term includes a jet ski, surf ski, fun ski, or other similar device. "Ski craft" does not include any watercraft or boat with twin hulls and which is greater than 11 feet long, greater than 5 feet wide, and powered by an outboard motor. VI. "Watercraft" means a motorized ski craft, capable of being used as a means of transportation on or in the water, except a seaplane.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 270-73
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 270-73 cover?
Section 270-73 ("Section 270:73 Definitions.") is part of the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Hampshire. 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 New Hampshire § 270-73?
A common citation format is "New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 270-73" (New Hampshire). 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 New Hampshire law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Hampshire official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Hampshire attorney.
How does New Hampshire § 270-73 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire.