Boating Under the Influence

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All states have laws against boating under the influence (BUI), which make it a crime to operate a boat or personal watercraft while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. And just like DUI or DWI offenses committed on dry land, the legal consequences of BUI can include steep fines, boating license penalties and prison time for injuries or deaths caused by BUI accidents. The following resources explain the basics of boating under the influence and provide links to state-specific BUI laws.Boating Under the Influence: The Basics - Overview of BUI laws and how they're enforced.Boating Under the Influence: FAQs - Answers to frequently asked questions about BUI laws.State-by-State BUI Laws - Summaries of state BUI laws, including blood-alcohol concentration limits.

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Boating Under the Influence Basics

This article has all the basic information about the law for boating under the influence. This is the best place to start to learn about the laws and consequences surrounding drunk boating.
Boating Under the Influence (BUI) FAQs

Click here to see answers to some of the most common questions with respect to boating under the influence, such as common penalties for BUI convictions.

State Boating Under the Influence Blood Alcohol Levels

Here is a state by state comparison of boating under the influence laws. Scroll through and see the rules in your state, as well as all the other states that share water space with your state.
DUI Resources

Visit the DUI Laws and Resources section to read up on what the DUI laws in the many states mean for you, and where to look for help with your DUI issue.