'Move over' law for boaters takes effect this week
A new "move-over" law for Minnesota boaters takes effect Wednesday.
The new law requires boaters to stay clear of law enforcement watercraft that have their emergency lights flashing. It's intended to provide the same protection for officers on the water that similar laws do for police and other emergency personnel on Minnesota roads.
Under the new law, when approaching or passing law enforcement watercraft that have their emergency lights activated, watercraft operators must move safely away from them. They must also maintain a slow, no-wake speed while within 150 feet of the law enforcement watercraft.
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