New Jersey § 12:7-61
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:7-61, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12:7-61.
designee, shall administer, a written test for experienced boaters which shall be
issued in lieu of completing the boat safety course required pursuant to section 2
of P.L.1987, c. 453 ( C.12:7-61 ). The superintendent shall determine the criteria that shall be met for a person to
qualify as an “experienced boater” pursuant to subsection d. of this section. When developing the written test, the superintendent shall consult with groups concerned
with the nationwide standardization of such tests. Upon successful completion of the test, the person shall be given a certificate
which shall fulfill the certificate requirement under subsection d. of section 2 of
P.L.1987, c. 453 ( C.12:7-61 ) and shall be required to be in the person's possession as provided in that section. A person may only take one test pursuant to this subsection. b. A person who takes a test pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall pay a
fee as determined by the superintendent to defray the costs of developing and administering
the test and issuing certificates to persons who successfully complete the test. c. In addition to all other penalties provided by law, a person who provides false
information on an application for a written test issued pursuant to subsection a.
of this section shall be subject to a fine of $100. d. The superintendent shall determine the qualifications for application and all other
requirements under this section. e. The superintendent shall be exempt from the provisions of the “Administrative Procedure
Act,” P.L.1968, c. 410 ( C.52:14B-1 et seq. ), in performing the requirements of this section.
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What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:7-61 cover?
Section 12:7-61 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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