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Delaware Boating Under the Influence (BUI) (2026)

Conditional: Delaware makes it illegal to operate a vessel with an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more (23 Del. C. section 2302).

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026

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Boating Under the Influence (BUI) in states bordering Delaware

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MarylandConditional
In Maryland, a boat operator whose test shows an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater is considered under the influence and subject to criminal prosecution.
Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: dnr.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →
New JerseyConditional
In New Jersey it is unlawful to operate a vessel with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more (NJSP Boating Safety Manual).
Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: nj.gov · Full New Jersey rule →
PennsylvaniaConditional
Pennsylvania makes it unlawful to operate a watercraft with a blood or breath alcohol concentration of at least 0.08% (30 Pa.C.S. 5502).
Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: legis.state.pa.us · Full Pennsylvania rule →

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