In Maryland, a person must be at least 16 years old to legally operate a personal watercraft (PWC). Additionally, individuals aged 16 and 17 are required to have a boating safety certification to operate a PWC. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult or a certified operator. Always check for the most current regulations, as they may change.
In Florida, a person must 14 years of age to legally operate a PWC.
A person must be 15 years old in Hawaii to legally operate a PWC without an adult on board.
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A person must be 15 years old in Hawaii to legally operate a PWC without an adult on board.
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In Wisconsin, if you have completed a boating safety course, you must be at least 12 years old to legally operate a personal watercraft (PWC) independently. However, those aged 10 or 11 can operate a PWC if they are accompanied by a parent or guardian, or someone at least 18 years old who has a valid PWC operator's license.
In Minnesota, individuals must be at least 13 years old to operate a personal watercraft (PWC) legally. However, those aged 13 to 17 must complete a watercraft safety training course to operate a PWC without adult supervision. If they have not completed the course, they can only operate a PWC while under the direct supervision of a person who is at least 18 years old.