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New Jersey now requires all operators of powered vessels operating in non-tidal waters to complete an approved boating safety course. The requirements are still pretty vague, and confusing (click here to be really confused). I've got a call in to the NJSP Marine Division, as well as an e-mail request for clarification. I'll post the information when I receive it. In the meantime, I've provided a bit of information for you below. A boat license is a separate document from a boat safety certificate and is
required on non-tidal water (water where the tide does not change) operation. The
boat license is not a replacement for a boat safety certificate, it is an
additional requirement. To obtain a boat license, go to your nearest NJ
Division of Motor Vehicle Commission Facility. Persons must bring their NJ Boat
Safety Certificate with them to apply for a boat license if they are required to
possess a certificate for vessel operation. Schedule for Completion of New Jerseys' Mandatory Boating Safety Course (Must submit certificate to MVC to get or renew boat license or endorsement)
NJ Boating Safety Course Info (directly from the State) NJ Boating Safety Manual (NJSP) New Jersey State Police Marine Division
Courses are available from a variety of sources: www.boatus.org/onlinecourse/ TO GET OR RENEW A NJ BOAT LICENSE (beginning June 1,2006) •You must have and bring a Safety Course certificate •All persons must pass a State Police-approved Boat Safety Course • www.njsp.org (Click the boater safety icon for info.)• For a limited time,, experienced boaters will have the opportunity, through •NJ State Police, to take a written test in place of the Safety Course.• (Experienced is considered those born before 1979 who have at least 100 hours of power vessel operating experience.)al Watercraft DON ’T FORGET You also need to bring your 6 Points of ID Verification |
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