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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The following provisions govern accidents involving watercraft that result in property damage only.
1. Provide information. The operator of a watercraft involved in a collision or accident that results in property damage shall provide the owner or operator of that property:
A. The operator's name and address; and
B. The registration number of the operator's watercraft.
2. Render assistance. The operator of a watercraft involved in an accident shall render reasonable assistance to all persons involved in the accident as far as the operator can without serious damage to the operator's watercraft or serious risk to crew or passengers.
3. Violation. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 12. Conservation § 13069-B. Watercraft accidents involving property damage - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-12-conservation/me-rev-st-tit-12-sect-13069-b/
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