§ 8–744
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 8-744 (2026)
Title 8. Waters
Subtitle 7. State Boat Act
§ 8–744LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “for–hire water carrier” means a vessel used to accept or solicit passengers for:
(1)
Transportation between points along State waters in exchange for remuneration; and
(2)
Sightseeing and touring in State waters in exchange for remuneration.
(b)
Before the Department registers a for–hire water carrier, the Department shall require the for–hire water carrier to show, to the Department’s satisfaction, that the water carrier holds an insurance policy or a bond in an amount that is required of a motor vehicle carrying the same number of passengers in accordance with COMAR 20.95.01.18.
(c)
The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.