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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this Code section, no person shall engage in wakesurfing or wakeboarding upon waters of this state:
(1) Between sunset and sunrise;
(2) Within 200 feet of any moored vessel; any wharf, dock, pier, piling, or bridge structure or abutment; or any shoreline adjacent to a full-time or part-time residence, public park, public beach, public swimming area, marina, restaurant, or other public use area; or
(3) When surfing a wake or being towed on a board, without wearing a personal flotation device.
(b) This Code section shall not apply to:
(1) A regatta, boat race, marine parade, tournament, or exhibition for which the commissioner has granted a marine event permit pursuant to Code Section 52-7-19; or
(2) Intracoastal waterways, rivers, or private lakes.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Georgia Code Title 52. Waters of the State, Ports, and Watercraft § 52-7-13.1 - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ga/title-52-waters-of-the-state-ports-and-watercraft/ga-code-sect-52-7-13-1/
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