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The Putnam Sheriff and Carmel Police patrolling Lake Mahopac will be checking for the required Boating Safety Course certificate. All operators of personal water crafts must have their certificate with them when operating on the lake. All motor boat operators 34 year of age and under must have boating safety certificate with them.
Who needs a boating safety certificate?
Motorboats Under a new state law, known as Brianna's Law, all motor boat operators:
Personal Watercraft
Mandatory for anyone operating a Personal Watercraft (JetSki, Wave Runner, etc.) must have a boating safety certificate, and be at least 14 years of age or older.
Pleas visit information on safety certificate courses We strongly encourage all who boat and jet ski on Lake Mahopac to operate their craft safely. “Reckless operation” of a boat or PWC is a serious crime punishable under New York State law. More importantly, violating this law puts the lives of swimmers, children and everyone at risk.
Please visit the following sites for information on boating and personal watercraft safety and laws:
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