Can I jetski in Rhode Island without a license?

Question

i don't have a personal watercraft license in RI and my friend is going to let me borrow his Jetski's. will i get a big fine if i get caught using them?

Answer 1

You do need a license but you can get it on June 21st - they have a safety course that day.

Answer 2

For Rhode Island all those born on or after January 1, 1986, are required to pass an approved boater education course before they legally may operate any vessel powered by a motor of more than 10 horsepower. Anyone operating a personal watercraft, regardless of age, must have passed an approved boater education course.

Anyone operating a PWC, regardless of age, must have passed an approved boater education course. It is illegal for the owner of a PWC to knowingly permit operation of his or her PWC in violation of this law.

Answer 3

You can find out here; http://www.boat-ed.com/ri/handbook/

Answer 4

ROBERT H/WHO ELSE KNOWS?

I heard there was a course on the 21st regarding Jet Skis. What kind of course is this and where will it be held? I just bought a jet ski and need advice. Please email me ASAP if you know the answer to: [e-mail]. Thank you!!