Sec. 8. A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on public waters unless every individual:
(1) operating;
(2) riding on; or
(3) being towed by;
the personal watercraft is wearing a personal flotation device that meets the requirements for designation by the United States Coast Guard as a wearable personal flotation device, if applicable.
As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.38-2000, SEC.5; P.L.24-2001, SEC.2; P.L.111-2016, SEC.13.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation
Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft
14-15-12-1. "Individual" Defined
14-15-12-3. "Personal Watercraft" Defined
14-15-12-4. "Public Waters" Defined
14-15-12-5. Additional Requirements and Prohibitions
14-15-12-6. Operation While Facing Rear Prohibited
14-15-12-7. Restrictions on Water Activities
14-15-12-8. Personal Flotation Devices
14-15-12-9. Self-Circling Capability
14-15-12-10. Reasonable and Prudent Operation