6 New Patrol Boats Added to NY Waterways

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For tourists and residents, New York is a great place to spend time on the water.  Lakes, rivers, and coastal water ways are perfect fishing and boating destinations.  In an effort to ensure a fun and enjoyable experience on the water, Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the addition of 6 new Patrol Boats to local law enforcement agencies across New York.

New York is the 8^th in the nation for registered watercrafts – not including non-powered boats like kayaks and canoes.  New York State allocated a total of $2.1 million to cover the costs of marine safety efforts for 53 law enforcement agencies across New York.  According to Congressman Tim Bishop, “Maritime safety is a top priority year-round, but particularly during the summer months.”  By partnering with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation the department is able to afford state-of-the-arty equipment to patrol waterways at no cost to the county.

Learn more about New York’s boating laws and enforcement policies here.

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National Safe Boating Week

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com 

It is National Safe Boating Week!  Before boaters head out to the Long Island Sound, the Fire Island Inlet, the ocean, and the bays, we recommend taking necessary safety precautions.  New and experienced boaters alike should know how to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on the water.  Here are a few tips for boaters to keep in mind as they take their boats out for the first time this year.

Boater Safety Tips:

• Life Jackets – Make sure that your vessel has enough life jackets for all of the people who are traveling on the boat.
• Weather – Keep an eye on the weather.  Conditions can change quickly when you are out on the water.
• Designated Driver – You should never operate a boat while under the influence.
• Registration – Your registration sticker should be displayed on your boat.
• Distress Equipment – Keep visual distress equipment, including flares and a VHF radio, aboard.

In addition to following these boating tips, anyone born on or after May 1, 1996 will need to obtain a boating safety certification in order to legally operate a motorboat.  However, it is encouraged that all drivers take this course.

The Law Offices of Louis D. Stober Jr. are experienced in auto accident injury cases and traffic violations. Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm. Contact our office for a consultation by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.