Ohio § 1547.07
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1547.07, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1547.07.
(A) Any person who operates any vessel or manipulates any water skis, aquaplane, or similar
device on the waters in this state carelessly or heedlessly, or in disregard of the
rights or safety of any person, vessel, or property, or without due caution, at a
rate of speed or in a manner so as to endanger any person, vessel, or property is
guilty of reckless operation of the vessel or other device. (B) No person shall operate or permit the operation of a vessel in an unsafe manner. A vessel shall be operated in a reasonable and prudent manner at all times. Unsafe vessel operation includes, without limitation, any of the following: (1) A vessel becoming airborne or completely leaving the water while crossing the wake
of another vessel at a distance of less than one hundred feet, or at an unsafe distance,
from the vessel creating the wake; (2) Operating at such a speed and proximity to another vessel or to a person attempting
to ride on one or more water skis, surfboard, inflatable device, or similar device
being towed by a vessel so as to require the operator of either vessel to swerve or
turn abruptly to avoid collision; (3) Operating less than two hundred feet directly behind a person water skiing or attempting
to water ski; (4) Weaving through congested traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1547.07
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1547.07 cover?
Section 1547.07 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 1547.07?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1547.07" (Ohio). 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 Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 1547.07 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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