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annebishop
August 7, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles Unlike driving a car, you are allowed to have an open container on a boat while operating it.  But, just like driving a car, you are not allowed to operate a boat while impaired by alcohol or…
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annebishop
August 6, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles A Coast Guard Float Plan can be found by clicking here: Coast Guard Float Plan.  The float plan shows when you left, when you planned on returning, who was on the boat, the navigation you were going…
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annebishop
August 5, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles A boat owner should have their vessel checked by the Coast Guard. At a free Coast Guard Safety Check, the Coast Guard will review your boat to make sure it is in compliance and will advise you…
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annebishop
August 5, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law, Georgia Safety Ideas
View More Boating Articles There are various types of PFD’s and it is very important that the PFD you choose is a Coast Guard approved Georgia life jacket and comfortable enough so that you actually wear it while on the water.…
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annebishop
August 4, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles There are two main concerns with exceeding maximum capacity:Â Georgia boat injury lawyer describes below Boat capacity requirements. Â Boating laws in Georgia state that the owner of a boat is liable for injury due to negligent…
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annebishop
August 4, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles First and foremost, you should have a float plan in place.  This will allow others to locate you if you do not return to shore at the planned time. Also, never have your anchor off the back…
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annebishop
August 3, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Boating Law
View More Boating Articles 1. The Propeller. The engine MUST BE OFF. This does not mean the boat is in neutral or idle, but off.  The best way to ensure the propeller is not spinning is to turn off the boat’s…
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annebishop
July 31, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia DUI
View More DUI Articles & Videos If you have been arrested for a DUI, it is usually a good idea to complete the Risk Reduction program, also called DUI School, prior to entering a plea because it generally helps with…
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annebishop
July 30, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia Safety Ideas
View More Safety Videos The internet allows us to take care of much of our consumer needs from our home and allows people to easily shop for the best deal or the perfect item. Â However, we get calls from people…
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annebishop
July 29, 2011
Article & Video Library, Georgia DUI
View More DUI Law Articles & Videos In Georgia, the blood alcohol content standard for impaired driving is .08% or higher.  As of 2011, the Intoxilyzer 5000 is the machine used at the station house and is about the size…
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