Boating Law Enforcement

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers, county sheriff’s deputies, and other authorized law enforcement officers are responsible for boating law enforcement on Florida’s waterways.

As a citizen, you are responsible for cooperating with these officers in maintaining Florida’s waterways and understanding your responsibilities. 

Here are some things you should know:

According to state law, law enforcement officers may conduct resource inspections and check for boating safety equipment and requirements compliance.