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What does Florida's Boater Freedom Act mean?

Starting July 1, officers will no longer be allowed to conduct random "safety compliance" stops unless they have probable cause. Instead, boaters can display a "Florida Freedom Boater" decal, indicating they’ve already met required safety standards.

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Florida's Boater Freedom Act takes effect this July: Here's what it means

Ron DeSantis signed the Boater Freedom Act on Monday, which will change how law enforcement pulls over boaters on the water.Starting July 1, officers will no longer be allowed to conduct random "safety compliance" stops unless they have probable cause.

First Coast News on MSN · 9h

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs 'Boater Freedom Act.' Here's what the legislation will change

The bill aims to give boaters in the Sunshine State more freedom. DeSantis called Florida "the boating and fishing capital of the world."

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In Panama City, DeSantis signs Boating Freedom Act, limiting police stops on the water

Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped at a Panama City marina to sign a bill that prohibits law enforcement from stopping boaters without ...

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Boater Freedom Act signed into law, easing inspections and stirring environmental concerns

Florida boaters will soon enjoy expanded liberties on the water, following Governor Ron DeSantis’s signing of the “Boater ...

DeSantis signs 'Boater Freedom Act,' limiting random police stops on the water

It goes into effect on July 1. State law enforcement won't be able to solely use safety inspections to justify stopping and ...

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