Whether or not the boat has adequate guards or a railing
On powerboats 26 feet or less, whether passengers may legally ride on the bow or gunwale while the vessel is underway is primarily determined by state and local regulations, which often align with the U.S. Coast Guard guidelines. Generally, in many jurisdictions, riding on the bow or gunwale is prohibited due to safety concerns, as it can increase the risk of falls overboard. Additionally, it is essential that the boat is equipped with proper safety gear and that all passengers are aware of the risks involved. Always check specific local laws and regulations for compliance.
Without having the exact Code of Federal Regulation in front of me, I believe if it is NOT an open bow boat with seats, a child under 16 may not ride forward. Again, I am 90% sure this is correct.
If your boat is a bow rider, that is it has seats built in to the bow are, and hand holds or railings, and people can sit safely, without risk of falling over board, or blocking the operators view, then they can ride there. When a boat is coming into the dock and someone needs to go forward to handle lines, but only if the boat is moving slowly and it is safe to do so. On sailboats to handle or change sails. On either to raise an anchor. On the gunwale, only when the boat is not moving, or it is necessary to retrieve lines or an anchor. The exception is some inflatable boats where the only place to sit is on the tubes, and they have handles or hand holds to hang on to.
whenever underway
In Utah, a car can legally carry as many passengers as there are factory-installed seatbelts.
4 Passengers can legally fit in a Toyota Supra (MKII-MKIV).
Whenever it is underway
The heritage of their parents, which is determined by where they were born.
an area in the middle of the lake
Children 12 years old and younger are legally required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket at all times while underway on any vessel that is 20 feet or less in length. This requirement aims to enhance safety and reduce the risk of drowning for young passengers. Exceptions may apply when the vessel is anchored or aground.
That would require a special license to operate legally.
Passengers flying domestically within the United States can legally carry up to 10,000 in cash or other monetary instruments without having to declare it to authorities.