Sec. 80211.
(1) In order to protect the public interest in the prudent and equitable use of the waters of this state and to enhance the enjoyment of pleasure boating and other recreational water sports on the waters of this state, the department shall establish and pursue comprehensive educational programs designed to advance boating safety.
(2) The department shall put into effect a program to train boat operators and shall issue a boating safety certificate to those who satisfactorily complete the program. For the purpose of giving the courses of instruction and awarding boating safety certificates, the department may designate as its agent any person it considers qualified to act in this capacity. The department or its agent may offer a video or home study boating safety course. A charge shall not be made for any instruction given or for the award of boating safety certificates by any of the following:
(a) The department or another state agency.
(b) A law enforcement agency of this state or of a political subdivision of this state.
History: Add. 2000, Act 229, Imd. Eff. June 27, 2000 Popular Name: Act 451Popular Name: NREPA
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection
Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106)
Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109)
451-1994-III-4 - Chapter 4 Recreation (324.70101...324.83109)
451-1994-III-4-5 - Subchapter 5 Watercraft and Marine Safety (324.80101...324.80322)
451-1994-III-4-5-802 - Part 802 Personal Watercraft (324.80201...324.80222)
Section 324.80201 - Definitions.
Section 324.80203 - Administration of Part.
Section 324.80205 - Operation of Personal Watercraft; Requirements; Violation; Fine; Exception.
Section 324.80207 - Liability of Personal Watercraft Owner; Negligence; Presumption of Consent.
Section 324.80209 - Operation of Personal Watercraft; Distance Requirements; Exceptions.
Section 324.80210 - Repealed. 2018, Act 400, Eff. Mar. 19, 2019.
Section 324.80211 - Advancement of Boating Safety; Educational Programs.
Section 324.80212 - Boating Safety Certificate; Issuance; Use of Lein.
Section 324.80214 - Modification or Suspension of Boating Safety Certificate Requirements.
Section 324.80219 - Violation of Part; Penalty.
Section 324.80220 - Tracking Offenses; Duties of Secretary of State.