§ 8–712.4
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 8-712.4 (2026)
Title 8. Waters
Subtitle 7. State Boat Act
§ 8–712.4LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
An owner of a vessel may apply to the Department for a nonmotorized vessel decal if the vessel is:
(i)
Not equipped with propulsion machinery;
(ii)
Used principally on the waters of the State; and
(iii)
Not subject to the requirements of § 8–712 or § 8–712.1 of this subtitle.
(2)
The owner shall apply for a nonmotorized vessel decal on a form approved by the Department.
(b)
A nonmotorized vessel decal:
(1)
Is valid for a period not to exceed 2 years; and
(2)
Expires on December 31 of the calendar year following the year the decal was issued.
(c)
The fee for a nonmotorized vessel decal is $12.
(d)
The nonmotorized vessel decal shall be displayed on the exterior of the vessel.
(e)
Within 30 days after the sale or other transfer of a vessel displaying a nonmotorized vessel decal under this section:
(1)
The transferor shall give notice of the transfer to the Department on a form that the Department requires; and
(2)
If the transferee intends to continue to use the vessel principally on the waters of the State, the transferee may submit an application for a nonmotorized vessel decal and pay the fee required under subsection (c) of this section.