So it's a long story but I was inquiring about the use of a DPV on a lake that prohibits motorized boats in Oregon. Both a marine deputy and a lawyer friend of mine say that DPVs fall under the Oregon Definition of a "boat."
For reference, here is the applicable state law... (some parts omitted for clarity)
ORS 830.005
Definitions for chapter
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise:
(2)"Boat" means every description of watercraft, including a seaplane on the water and not in flight, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water, but does not include boathouses, floating homes, air mattresses, beach and water toys or single inner tubes.
(3)"Boating offense" means violation of any provision of law that is made a crime or violation under the provisions of this chapter.
(6)"Motorboat" means any boat propelled in whole or in part by machinery, including boats temporarily equipped with detachable motors.
The thing is, if my DPV is considered a boat and/or a motorboat, a whole bunch of Oregon laws apply regarding lighting, invasive species permits, navigation, licensure, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment, etc.
I'm curious if anyone on here is in the Coast Guard and knows how the Coast Guard classifies DPVs. Are they even considered a vessel?
Any help or thoughts would be much appreciated.
For reference, here is the applicable state law... (some parts omitted for clarity)
ORS 830.005
Definitions for chapter
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise:
(2)"Boat" means every description of watercraft, including a seaplane on the water and not in flight, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water, but does not include boathouses, floating homes, air mattresses, beach and water toys or single inner tubes.
(3)"Boating offense" means violation of any provision of law that is made a crime or violation under the provisions of this chapter.
(6)"Motorboat" means any boat propelled in whole or in part by machinery, including boats temporarily equipped with detachable motors.
The thing is, if my DPV is considered a boat and/or a motorboat, a whole bunch of Oregon laws apply regarding lighting, invasive species permits, navigation, licensure, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment, etc.
I'm curious if anyone on here is in the Coast Guard and knows how the Coast Guard classifies DPVs. Are they even considered a vessel?
Any help or thoughts would be much appreciated.