[masterofnone]

There are already laws on the books in FL that address abandoned or derelict boats. The agencies don't enforce the laws. Why? the state doesn't give them any money to do so. The gas tax and registration fees all go to other projects. Solving that problem is a no brainer. If you abandon your boat or sell it without properly transferring the title, you are still responsible for it as the last documented owner and you will get the bill from the state for recycling it.

I second this. An orange tag is placed on the hull that gives the owner 30 days to come into compliance. If you havent been to your boat to check on it in 30 days your negligent and your boat is derelict in my opinion. Its quite expensive if your boat is removed, I think it starts around 5k. No need to enact new laws, just enforce the ones that are already in place.

 

[masterofnone]

Wouldnt it be nice to see the government doing something proactive and for the people like dropping courtesy moorings in some designated areas for passing boats. Put a time limit on them to prevent them from becoming "home" to the derelict boats. Make a small access point on shore for dinghies. It would save a lot of bottom scouring from dragging ground tackle, would congregate boats in desired areas and be a benefit to the community as when cruisers stop, they invariably go ashore and spend money.

Even the designated anchorages are sweet. If im going to an area and spot one I definately prefer to anchor there. The one near the megadock in charleston and the one in beaufort sc come to mind.

Why make more laws and rules when there are so many now nobody can keep track of them.