Boating Accident Report
The operator of a vessel is required to submit a written report to the Massachusetts Environmental Police, Boating and Recreational Vehicle Safety Bureau whenever an accident results in:
- The death of a person.
- Disappearance of a person under circumstances which suggest any possibility of death or injury.
- Any injury requiring medical attention.
- Property damage exceeding $500.
Accidents resulting in death or serious injury must be reported within 48 hours. Other accident reports must be submitted within five days.
If a boat is lost, stolen, abandoned, or destroyed, the owner must notify the Massachusetts Environmental Police in writing within 15 days.
Additional Resources
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Open PDF file, 150.08 KB, Boating Accident Report (English, PDF 150.08 KB)