A person may operate a motorboat with an engine greater than 10 horsepower if the person:

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Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 830.090

  • Motorboat: means any boat propelled in whole or in part by machinery, including boats temporarily equipped with detachable motors. See Oregon Statutes 830.005
  • Operate: means to navigate or otherwise use a boat. See Oregon Statutes 830.005
  • Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100

(1)(a) Is at least 16 years of age; and

(b) Obtains a boating safety education card pursuant to ORS § 830.086; or

(2) Is accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a person 16 years of age or older who has obtained a boating safety education card pursuant to ORS § 830.086. [1999 c.716 § 6; 2019 c.156 § 5; 2019 c.431 § 11]

 

See note under 830.082.