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IN Code § 14-15-11-16 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 11. Requirements for Motorboat Operators|14-15-11-16. Boating Education Course

Sec. 16. (a) If a person's Indiana driver's license is suspended under section 15 of this chapter, the court that recommends the suspension of the person's driver's license may require the person, as a prerequisite to the ending of the suspension, to successfully complete a boating education course approved by the department for the purposes of this chapter.(b) A court that makes the ending of the suspension of a person's Indiana driver's license conditional upon the person's completion of the boating education course under subsection (a) may also order the refunding to the person of part or all of the fine paid by the person upon conviction of the crime for which the person's license was suspended, upon the person's completion of the boating education course.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.8.
IN Code § 14-15-11-17 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 11. Requirements for Motorboat Operators|14-15-11-17. Assessment of Points for Motorboat Violations

Sec. 17. (a) For purposes of the point system for Indiana traffic convictions operated by the bureau under 140 IAC 1-4.5, the bureau shall assess points against a person who commits a crime by operating a motorboat in violation of:(1) IC 14-15-3;(2) IC 35-46-9 (or IC 14-15-8 before its repeal); or(3) IC 14-15-12.(b) The bureau shall assess points against a person under this section for each crime referred to in subsection (a) that is committed by the person.(c) The point study committee appointed by the commissioner under 140 IAC 1-4.5-3, in consultation with the department, shall determine the number of points assessed under subsection (a) for each type of criminal violation of IC 14-15-3, IC 14-15-8 (before its repeal), IC 35-46-9, or IC 14-15-12 based on the evaluation by the committee of the danger to human life, human physical safety, and property posed by the violation.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.40-2012, SEC.17.
IN Code § 14-15-12-1 (2021)
2021 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

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "individual" means an individual human being.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-2. "Person" Defined

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "person" has the meaning set forth in IC 14-8-2-202(a).As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-3. "Personal Watercraft" Defined

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "personal watercraft" has the meaning set forth in IC 14-8-2-202.5.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-4. "Public Waters" Defined

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "public waters" has the meaning set forth in IC 14-8-2-226.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-5. Additional Requirements and Prohibitions

Sec. 5. The requirements and prohibitions set forth in this chapter concerning personal watercraft are in addition to the requirements and prohibitions set forth in IC 14-15-3, IC 35-46-9, and IC 14-15-8 (before its repeal).As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.40-2012, SEC.18.
IN Code § 14-15-12-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-6. Operation While Facing Rear Prohibited

Sec. 6. A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on public waters while facing the rear of the personal watercraft.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-7. Restrictions on Water Activities

Sec. 7. A personal watercraft shall not be used on public waters to tow individuals engaged in waterskiing, aquaplaning, or similar activities, unless:(1) the personal watercraft is at least nine (9) feet long;(2) the personal watercraft is designed to seat at least three (3) individuals;(3) an individual other than the operator of the personal watercraft is aboard the personal watercraft, acting as an observer; and(4) the total number of persons on the watercraft and being towed is not more than the capacity of the watercraft.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.28-1998, SEC.1; P.L.289-2013, SEC.3.
IN Code § 14-15-12-8 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-8. Personal Flotation Devices

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.
IN Code § 14-15-12-9 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-9. Self-Circling Capability

Sec. 9. A personal watercraft that does not have self-circling capability shall not be operated on public waters unless:(1) the personal watercraft is equipped with a lanyard type engine cutoff switch; and(2) the lanyard is attached to the person, clothing, or personal flotation device of the operator.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-10 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-10. Reasonable and Prudent Operation

Sec. 10. (a) A personal watercraft operated on public waters must at all times be operated in a reasonable and prudent manner.(b) A person shall not operate a personal watercraft on public waters in a way that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property.(c) A person shall not do any of the following while operating a personal watercraft on public waters:(1) Weave through congested watercraft traffic in a way that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property.(2) Follow a watercraft that is towing an individual on:(A) water skis;(B) a surf board; or(C) another water sport device;in a way that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property.(3) Jump the wake of another watercraft in a way that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property.(4) Cut between a boat and the individual or individuals being towed by the boat.(5) Cross paths with another watercraft when visibility around the other watercraft is so obstructed as to endanger human life, human physical safety, or property.(6) Steer a personal watercraft toward an object or individual in the water and turn sharply at close range in a way that endangers human life, human physical safety, or property.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-11 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-11. Unlawful Authorization to Operate Watercraft

Sec. 11. A person who:(1) owns a personal watercraft; or(2) has charge over or control of a personal watercraft;shall not authorize or knowingly permit the personal watercraft to be operated in violation of this chapter.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-12 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-12. Nonapplicability

Sec. 12. Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of this chapter do not apply to:(1) a performer engaged in a professional exhibition; or(2) a person participating in a regatta, a race, a marine parade, a tournament, or an exhibit;that is held in compliance with rules adopted by the natural resources commission.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-13 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-13. Violations

Sec. 13. (a) A person who intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly violates section 10 of this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor.(b) A person who violates section 6, 7, 8, 9, or 11 of this chapter commits a Class C infraction.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-12-14 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 12. Regulation of Personal Watercraft|14-15-12-14. Implementation

Sec. 14. The natural resources commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter.As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-15-13-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 13. Motorboat Watersports|14-15-13-1. Application of Chapter

Sec. 1. This chapter does not apply when a motorboat is moored, anchored, docked, or aground.As added by P.L.165-2011, SEC.7.
IN Code § 14-15-13-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 13. Motorboat Watersports|14-15-13-2. Additional Requirements and Prohibitions

Sec. 2. The requirements and prohibitions set forth in this chapter are in addition to the requirements and prohibitions set forth in IC 14-15-2, IC 14-15-3, IC 14-15-4, 14-15-8 (before its repeal), IC 35-46-9, and IC 14-15-12.As added by P.L.165-2011, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.40-2012, SEC.19.
IN Code § 14-15-13-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 13. Motorboat Watersports|14-15-13-3. Prohibited Acts

Sec. 3. An individual may not do the following:(1) Operate a motorboat inboard or have the inboard engine of a motorboat run idle while an individual is holding onto the swim platform, swim deck, swim step, swim ladder or any part of the exterior of the transom of a motorboat while the motorboat is underway at any speed.(2) Operate a motorboat powered by an outboard motor or equipped with an outdrive unit while an individual is:(A) holding onto the swim platform, swim deck, swim step, swim ladder or any portion of the exterior of the transom of a motorboat while the motorboat is underway at any speed; or(B) swimming, or floating on or in the wake directly behind a motorboat that is underway.(3) Operate a motorboat with the number of individual riders on a towed device that exceeds the listed capacity on the towed device or the owner's manual.As added by P.L.165-2011, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.164-2020, SEC.52.
IN Code § 14-15-13-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 15. Regulation of Water Recreation|Chapter 13. Motorboat Watersports|14-15-13-4. Violations

Sec. 4. An individual who violates section 3 of this chapter commits a Class C infraction.As added by P.L.165-2011, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.195-2014, SEC.11.
IN Code § 14-16-1-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-1. Legislative Intent

Sec. 1. It is the general intent and purpose of the general assembly in enacting this chapter to promote:(1) safety for persons and property;(2) responsible enjoyment in and connected with the use and operation of off-road vehicles and snowmobiles; and(3) understanding consistent with the rights of all the citizens of Indiana.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-16(c).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.35.
IN Code § 14-16-1-1.5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-1.5. "Alcoholic Beverage" Defined

Sec. 1.5. As used in this chapter, "alcoholic beverage" has the meaning set forth in IC 7.1-1-3-5.As added by P.L.219-2005, SEC.16.
IN Code § 14-16-1-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-2. "Dealer"

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "dealer" means a person engaged in the commercial sale of off-road vehicles or snowmobiles.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(h).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.36.
IN Code § 14-16-1-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-4. "Operate"

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "operate" means to:(1) ride in or on; and(2) be in actual physical control of the operation of;a vehicle.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(c).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.225-2005, SEC.11.
IN Code § 14-16-1-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-5. "Operator"

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "operator" means an individual who:(1) operates; or(2) is in actual physical control of;an off-road vehicle or a snowmobile.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(a).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.38.
IN Code § 14-16-1-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-6. "Owner"

Sec. 6. As used in this chapter, "owner" means a person, other than a lienholder, who:(1) has the property in or title to; and(2) is entitled to the use or possession of;an off-road vehicle or a snowmobile.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(b).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.39.
IN Code § 14-16-1-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-7. "Vehicle"

Sec. 7. As used in this chapter, "vehicle" refers to an off-road vehicle or a snowmobile.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(g).]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.40.
IN Code § 14-16-1-12 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-12. Public Records

Sec. 12. Records of the department made or kept under this chapter are public records except as otherwise provided.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-5(d) part.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9.
IN Code § 14-16-1-18 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-18. Duties of Dealers

Sec. 18. (a) A dealer shall maintain in safe operating condition all vehicles rented, leased, or furnished by the dealer. The dealer or the dealer's agents or employees shall explain the operation of a vehicle being rented, leased, or furnished. If the dealer or the dealer's agent or employee believes the person to whom the vehicle is to be rented, leased, or furnished is not competent to operate the vehicle with safety to the person or others, the dealer or the dealer's agent or employee shall refuse to rent, lease, or furnish the vehicle.(b) A dealer renting, leasing, or furnishing a vehicle shall carry a policy of liability insurance subject to minimum limits, exclusive of interest and costs, with respect to the vehicle as follows:(1) Twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) for bodily injury to or death of one (1) person in any one (1) accident.(2) Subject to the limit for one (1) person, forty thousand dollars ($40,000) for bodily injury to or death of at least two (2) persons in any one (1) accident.(3) Ten thousand dollars ($10,000) for injury to or destruction of property of others in any one (1) accident.(c) In the alternative, a dealer may demand and must be shown proof that the person renting, leasing, or being furnished a vehicle carries a liability policy of at least the type and coverage specified in subsection (b).(d) A dealer:(1) shall prepare an application for a certificate of title as required by IC 9-17-2-1 for a purchaser of an off-road vehicle and shall submit the application for the certificate of title in the format required by IC 9-17-2-2 to the bureau of motor vehicles; and(2) may charge a processing fee for this service that may not exceed ten dollars ($10).(e) This subsection does not apply to an off-road vehicle that is at least five (5) model years old. After January 1, 2008, a dealer may not have on its premises an off-road vehicle that does not have a certificate of:(1) origin from its manufacturer; or(2) title issued by;(A) the bureau of motor vehicles or its equivalent in another state; or(B) a foreign country.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-9.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.219-2005, SEC.18; P.L.198-2016, SEC.640; P.L.85-2017, SEC.68.
IN Code § 14-16-1-20 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-20. Operation on Highways and Roads

Sec. 20. (a) Except as provided in IC 9-21-1-3(a)(14) and IC 9-21-1-3.3, an individual may not operate a vehicle required to be registered under this chapter, under IC 9-18-2.5 (before its expiration), or under IC 9-18.1-14 upon a public highway, street, or rights-of-way thereof or on a public or private parking lot not specifically designated for the use of vehicles, except under the following conditions:(1) A vehicle may be operated on the public right-of-way adjacent to the traveled part of the public highway, except a limited access highway, if there is sufficient width to operate at a reasonable distance off and away from the traveled part and in a manner so as not to endanger life or property.(2) The operator of a vehicle may cross a public highway, other than a limited access highway, at right angles for the purpose of getting from one (1) area to another when the operation can be done in safety. The operator shall bring the vehicle to a complete stop before proceeding across a public highway and shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic.(3) Notwithstanding this section, a vehicle may be operated on a highway in a county road system outside the corporate limits of a city or town if the highway is designated for this purpose by the county highway department having jurisdiction.(4) A law enforcement officer of a city, town, or county or the state may authorize use of a vehicle on the public highways, streets, and rights-of-way within the officer's jurisdiction during emergencies when conventional motor vehicles cannot be used for transportation due to snow or other extreme highway conditions.(5) A vehicle may be operated on a street or highway for a special event of limited duration conducted according to a prearranged schedule only under permit from the governmental unit having jurisdiction. The event may be conducted on the frozen surface of public waters only under permit from the department.(b) An individual less than fourteen (14) years of age may not operate a vehicle without immediate supervision of an individual at least eighteen (18) years of age, except on land owned or under the control of the individual or the individual's parent or legal guardian.(c) Except as provided in IC 9-21-1-3(a)(14) and IC 9-21-1-3.3, an individual may not operate a vehicle on a public highway without a valid motor vehicle driver's license.(d) A vehicle may not be used to hunt, pursue, worry, or kill a wild bird or a domestic or wild animal.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-11.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.259-2013, SEC.42; P.L.198-2016, SEC.642; P.L.256-2017, SEC.184.
IN Code § 14-16-1-21 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-21. Lights and Brakes

Sec. 21. (a) A vehicle may not be operated between sunset and sunrise unless the vehicle has at least one (1) headlight and one (1) taillight.(b) A vehicle may not be operated at any time unless the vehicle has adequate brakes capable of producing deceleration at fourteen (14) feet a second on level ground at a speed of twenty (20) miles per hour.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-12.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.14-1998, SEC.2.
IN Code § 14-16-1-22 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-22. Local Ordinances

Sec. 22. A county, city, or town may pass an ordinance regulating the operation of vehicles if the ordinance meets substantially the minimum requirements of this chapter. However, a county, city, or town may not adopt an ordinance that does any of the following:(1) Imposes a fee for a license.(2) Specifies accessory equipment to be carried on the vehicles.(3) Requires a vehicle operator to possess a driver's license issued under IC 9-24-11 while operating an off-road vehicle or snowmobile.(4) Imposes a dry weight limitation of less than two thousand (2,000) pounds.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-13.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.49; P.L.86-2010, SEC.7.
IN Code § 14-16-1-24 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-24. Duties in Case of Accident

Sec. 24. (a) The operator of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in serious bodily injury to or death of an individual or property damage in an estimated amount of at least seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) shall immediately, by the quickest means of communication, notify at least one (1) of the following:(1) A state police officer or conservation officer.(2) The sheriff's office of the county where the accident occurred.(3) The office of the police department of the municipality where the accident occurred.(b) The police agency receiving the notice shall do the following:(1) Complete a report of the accident on forms prescribed by the director.(2) Forward the report to the director.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-15.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.51.
IN Code § 14-16-1-25 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources|Article 16. Regulation of Land Recreation|Chapter 1. Off-Road Vehicles|14-16-1-25. Enforcement Powers

Sec. 25. (a) All law enforcement officers in Indiana shall enforce this chapter.(b) The attorney general and prosecuting attorneys have concurrent power to approve, file, and prosecute an affidavit charging a violation of this chapter.[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-16(a) part.]As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.52.