Alabama Boaters Boating Laws & Navigational Rules

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Alabama boating laws?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safety and protect natural resources

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To increase taxes.

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To restrict recreational use.

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To allow unlimited boat speeds.

Question 2

When is it legal to operate a boat under the influence in Alabama?

Accepted Answer

Never; it is illegal

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If you are alone on the water.

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At night only.

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When the boat is anchored.

Question 3

What does a red buoy indicate?

Accepted Answer

Right side of the channel when returning

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Dangerous waters.

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Left side of the channel.

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Fishing zone.

Question 4

What is required on board when operating a vessel in Alabama?

Accepted Answer

A PFD for each person

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Jet ski license.

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Fire extinguisher only.

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Fishing license.

Question 5

Which vessel has the right of way in a crossing situation?

Accepted Answer

The vessel on the starboard side

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The smaller vessel.

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The faster vessel.

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The vessel with more passengers.

Question 6

What is a 'no wake zone'?

Accepted Answer

An area where boats must move slowly to avoid creating waves

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A high-speed area.

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An area where you cannot anchor.

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A zone for jet skis only.

Question 7

What does a white marker with an orange square mean?

Accepted Answer

Informational marker

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Restricted area.

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Hazard marker.

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Swimming area.

Question 8

What is the minimum age to operate a motorboat alone in Alabama?

Accepted Answer

14 with boating education

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12

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16 without restrictions.

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18 with supervision.

Question 9

What should you do when approaching a dock?

Accepted Answer

Approach at a shallow angle with low speed

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Speed up to park quickly.

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Turn off the engine far away.

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Approach from the rear.