Legal Question in Aviation Law in Florida

Is a boat considered a motor vehicle?

My wife and I were recently convicted of boating under the influence while operating our boat. (Yes, BOTH of us. One boat. One steering wheel. -it's a long story.)

I am an airline pilot and required to report convictions of MOTOR VEHICLE DUI/DWI's to the FAA.

So my question is this:

According to Florida law, is a boat considered to be a ''motor vehicle''?

Thanks.


Asked on 11/01/02, 11:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Is a boat considered a motor vehicle?

A vessel [boat] is defined and treated differently from a motor vehicle under FL law. The operation of either while under the influence of liquor/drugs is a crime under FL law also.

A boat is, however, not a motor vehicle by definition and statutory treatment.

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Answered on 11/01/02, 11:39 am


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