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The Carmel Police patrolling Lake Mahopac will be checking for the required Boating Safety Course certificate. All operators of personal watercrafts (Jet Ski) must have their certificate with them when operating on the lake. All motorboat operators 46 years 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 motorboat operators:
Personal Watercraft
Mandatory for anyone operating a Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski, Wave Runner, etc.) must have a boating safety certificate, and be at least 14 years of age or older.
Please 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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