New Jersey § 12:7-86
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 12:7-86, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12:7-86.
A person who is 16 years of age or older may operate a personal watercraft without
having completed a boat safety course required pursuant to subsection c. of section
2 of P.L.1987, c. 453 ( C.12:7-61 ) under the following conditions: a. (1) the person operates the personal watercraft within the boundaries of an area
designated solely for the operation of personal watercraft by a business engaged in
renting personal watercraft for use on the waters of the State; (2) the area designated for such operation is supervised by a person who is experienced
in the operation of personal watercraft and who has successfully completed a boat
safety course approved pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1987, c. 453 ( C.12:7-60 ); and (3) the person has successfully completed an instruction course provided by the owner
or lessee of the personal watercraft prior to operating the personal watercraft within
the designated area. b. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2005, c. 292 ). c. The person has written proof, while operating the personal watercraft, of successful
completion of a boat safety course substantially similar to an approved boat safety
course as established pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1987, c.453 ( C.12:7-60 ). d. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2005, c. 292 ). e. Pursuant to the provisions of the “Administrative Procedure Act,” P.L.1968, c. 410
( C.52:14B-1 et seq. ), the Superintendent of State Police shall adopt any rules or regulations necessary
to implement the provisions of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 12:7-86
What does New Jersey Statutes § 12:7-86 cover?
Section 12:7-86 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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