No one under the age of 12 may operate a motorboat on Kansas public waters unless accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a parent or person at least 18 years of age.
Any individual born on or after January 1, 1989, is required to have a certificate of completion from an approved boater safety education
Renters must follow Required Equipment Checklist
The owner of a boat livery shall cause to be kept a record of the name and address of the person or persons hiring any vessel
The owner of a boat livery shall cause to be kept a record of the name and address of the person or persons hiring any vessel which is designed or permitted by him or her to be operated as a motorboat; the identification number thereof; and the departure date and time, and the expected time of return. The record shall be preserved for at least six months.
The information provided is intended to be general and informative, and should not be interpreted as regulatory, legal, or insurance advice. It does not constitute professional advice from a licensed insurance agent and does not establish an attorney-client or insurer-insured relationship. This information should not replace the counsel of a qualified legal, regulatory, or insurance professional. Always consult with a qualified professional for legal, regulatory, or insurance advice pertaining to your specific circumstances.
An operator involved in a boating accident must immediately stop their vessel and assist anyone injured, unless doing so would seriously endanger their own vessel or passengers. Provide your name and address to any injured person or owner of property that is damaged in the accident.
The operator must notify Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism immediately. Contact the Pratt Office at 620-672-5911 or your local authorities.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) regularly provides updates on recentchanges in regulation and have overviews of specific requirements for boatrental companies
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