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New Law Aimed at Florida's Derelict Boats

FWC says law improves owner accountability, reduces derelict and at-risk vessels.

New Law Aimed at Florida's Derelict Boats — A boat washed ashore by Hurricane Irma near Key West. (Shutterstock photo)

July 04, 2025 By Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

A new state law aimed at strengthening vessel accountability and enhancing protections for Florida’s waterways went into effect on July 1.

Senate Bill 164, signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis on June 19, is expected to help reduce the number of at-risk and derelict vessels across the state and improve law-enforcement tools, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said in a news release.

Key Provisions of the New Law Include:

Clarified Ownership Standards: The definition of “vessel owner” is...
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