New Jersey Boating Regulations and Laws
The New Jersey Boating Safety Certificate (mistakenly referred to as the
New Jersey boating license) is proof that a boater has taken and passed an
approved boater education course.
As of June 1, 2009, the New Jersey State Police Marine Services Bureau has implemented a mandatory boater education requirement which requires all power vessel operators, regardless of date of birth, to possess a Boating Safety Certificate on board when the vessel is underway.
Many boating fatalities occur because boaters aren't educated about boating safety. The New Jersey Marine Services Bureau believes that an educated boater is a safer boater.
Where can I take my safe boating exam and get my Boating Safety Certificate?
You can take your safe boating exam directly on the Internet at BoaterExam.com™. In order to meet New Jersey's mandatory education requirement, boaters must also successfully complete a proctored exam by an approved exam provider. Upon completion of the online course, you will be able to print out your Proctored Exam Voucher and be prompted to book your Proctored Exam.
Where can I get more information about New Jersey boating regulations and the New Jersey Boating Safety Certificate?
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