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Indiana Boater Education Card (2026)

Conditional: In Indiana, an operator of a motorboat over 10 hp must have a valid driver's license, or be at least 15 and have passed a Boater Education Course with a BMV-issued ID card (IC 14-15-11).

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026
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Boater Education Card in states bordering Indiana

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

  • IllinoisConditional

    Illinois requires persons born on or after Jan 1, 1998 to hold a valid Boating Safety Certificate to operate a vessel powered by a motor over 10 hp.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: dnr.illinois.gov · Full Illinois rule →

  • KentuckyConditional

    In Kentucky, those 12-17 may operate a motorized vessel over 10 hp only if they passed an approved boating safety course and carry the certificate, or are accompanied by a person 18 or older.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: fw.ky.gov · Full Kentucky rule →

  • MichiganConditional

    Michigan requires boaters born on or after July 1, 1996 to have a boating safety certificate to operate a motorboat, and it must be on board.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: michigan.gov · Full Michigan rule →

  • OhioConditional

    Ohio requires boaters born on or after Jan 1, 1982 to complete an approved boating course or proficiency exam to operate a boat powered by more than 10 hp.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: ohiodnr.gov · Full Ohio rule →

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