Ohio § 1548.01

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1548.01, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1548.01.

(A) As used in this chapter, “electronic” and “watercraft” have the same meanings as

in section 1546.01 of the Revised Code . (B) This chapter does not apply to any of the following: (1) A watercraft covered by a marine document in effect that has been assigned to it

by the United States government pursuant to federal law; (2) A watercraft from a country other than the United States temporarily using the waters

in this state; (3) A watercraft whose owner is the United States, a state, or a political subdivision

of a state; (4) A ship's lifeboat.  As used in division (B)(4) of this section, “ lifeboat ” means a watercraft that is held aboard another vessel and used exclusively for emergency

purposes. (5) A canoe; (6) A watercraft less than fourteen feet in length without a permanently affixed mechanical

means of propulsion; (7) A watercraft less than fourteen feet in length with a permanently fixed mechanical

means of propulsion of less than ten horsepower as determined by the manufacturer's

rating; (8) Outboard motors of less than ten horsepower as determined by the manufacturer's rating. (C) The various certificates, applications, and assignments necessary to provide certificates

of title for watercraft and outboard motors shall be made on appropriate forms approved

by the chief of the division of parks and watercraft.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1548.01

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1548.01 cover?

Section 1548.01 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.

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