§ 59-25-1. Definitions
The following words, as used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings: “Certificate of origin” means the document provided by the manufacturer of a new vessel, or its distributor, which is the only valid indication of ownership between the manufacturer, its distributor, its franchised new vessel dealers and the original purchaser. “Dealer” means any […]
§ 59-25-3. Application for certificate of title; application requirements; contents of certificate of title
Any owner of a vessel principally operated on the waters of the state and required to be numbered may apply to the department for a certificate of title for the vessel or the motor. The application shall contain the name and mailing address of the owner, and the names and addresses of all persons having […]
§ 59-21-157. Civil liability for violation of provisions of chapter
The owner or operator of a vessel, or both, shall be civilly liable for any injury or damage proximately resulting from the negligent failure of such owner or operator to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter.
§ 59-21-159. Venue of actions based upon chapter
The venue of any action based on this chapter may be in the county in which the vessel is usually moored, docked, housed or garaged, or in the county in which a vessel is involved in a boating accident, or in event of a boating accident taking place on a navigable waterway which is the […]
§ 59-21-161. Service of process on nonresidents
The acceptance by a nonresident of the right and privileges of operating a vessel or motorboat on any of the waters of this state, as evidenced by his operating, either in person or by agent or employee, a vessel or motorboat upon any of the navigable waters of this state, shall be deemed equivalent to […]
§ 59-21-163. Effect of Sections 59-21-157 through 59-21-161 on other causes of action
The provisions of Sections 59-21-157 through 59-21-161 shall not be construed to limit any cause of action heretofore maintainable at common law, maritime law or in admiralty, but shall be cumulative and supplemental thereto.
§ 59-23-1. Short title
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Alcohol Boating Safety Act.”
§ 59-21-117. Promulgation of rules and regulations generally
The commission shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations for the administration and enforcement of the provisions of this chapter, and to advertise and promote the fresh waterways of the state. The Commission on Marine Resources shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations for the administration and enforcement of Sections 59-21-111 through 59-21-129. The Commission […]
§ 59-21-119. Purchase, operation and maintenance of equipment; purchase of property damage insurance
The commission is hereby authorized to purchase, operate and maintain such motor vehicles, boats, trailers, motors and other equipment as may be deemed necessary and proper for the administration of this chapter. The commission may purchase property damage insurance on its motor vehicles, boats, trailers, motors and other equipment, and may expend funds from any […]
§ 59-21-121. Regulation of regattas, boat races, exhibitions, etc.
Any person or organization sponsoring a regatta, motorboat or other boat race, marine parade, tournament or exhibition shall be responsible for providing adequate protection from marine traffic interference and hazards. The commission may adopt and may from time to time amend regulations governing the same.