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bhamtiger
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 10:24:43 AM
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I think I know the answer but was arguing with a friend about this saturday. I know you can'tock lights on while running, but what about transom lights? I said no, anything that affects other boats from seeing your running lights would not be acceptable. Is it a no no to have transom lights on while running? thanks.
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HP HQ
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 11:23:41 AM
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Transom or underwater lights? If I'm not mistaken its the law to have a transom light if the all round light is mounted near the middle of the boat like on front of Bimini or in front of windshield.
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bhamtiger
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 11:26:31 AM
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the light is under water, but comes form the back of the boat. it is factory. so I would assume or hope it is legal. it is an LED light that is mounted underwater near the transom of the boat.
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250 SEL
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 12:43:26 PM
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Just spoke with Alabama marine police in MGM. Underwater lights are OK to use. That is different from what I have been told before.
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bhamtiger
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 12:45:55 PM
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Interesting. Guess I owe my friend a beer. Thx
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CenturyCC
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question for our marine patrol friends
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5/21/2013 12:48:09 PM
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I've read a few different instances where people were referenced statutes that are hazy about the lights if they are blue, dealing with confusing possible flashing due to wake and lights on a MP boat.
It's only a matter of time, I'm sure.
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Capt M Brooks
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Vessel accent lighting
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5/22/2013 12:09:00 AM
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Technically, anything that would obscure or hinder the proper display of your vessel's navigation lights is illegal. A vessel's navigation lights must meet certain screening (arc of visibility) and distance display (how far they must be able to be seen) requirements.
Vessel accent lighting seems to be a growing trend and something we are taking a long look at. When displayed on a stationary vessel, it's one thing, but in some instances boats are moving around with all sorts of accent lighting displayed and our first impression is that some of them definitely interfere with the proper display of navigation lights. One vessel I saw this past Saturday night had red and green LED lights displayed on the transom while the boat was running at plane speed. I could see where that might lead to problems.
For now, we are recommending that boat operators refrain from displaying anything other than the required navigation lights when moving so as to prevent any misinterpretation of a vessel's direction at night.
It is ILLEGAL for any vessel other than a lawfully authorized law enforcement vessel to display any flashing, oscillating or rotating blue light.
Great question by the way.
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Breezy
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Vessel accent lighting
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5/23/2013 8:43:13 AM
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Capt. Brooks,
What about docking lights? I thought it was illegal to have them on except when docking, yet I see people running them at night all the time. It is very annoying and dangerous. I have even seen them pass patrols with no consequences. What gives?
Thanks for your service,
Breezy
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Ulysses E. McGill
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Vessel accent lighting
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5/23/2013 4:54:44 PM (updated 5/23/2013 4:55:54 PM)
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We see it all the time too.....a while back, a friend even got yelled at by an ignorant boater for not having his headlights on. I think improper lighting and uncontrolled speed at night are a far greater risk to life than the wakes that are gathering so much attention. The wake campaign is fine, but some serious emphasis should be put on boating in the dark.
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Mack
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Lighting Ain't the Problem>>
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5/23/2013 6:36:44 PM
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The safest way to avoid risk in a boat at night is??? Don't boat at night. Duh.
If one must boat at night (we sure do), make sure someone can see YOU. That means having all your nav lights in good shape and glowing. PLUS//PLUS Have a powerful handheld spotlight plugged in and handy to the driver to deliver a severe blinding flash in the eyes of someone bearing down on your boat if you suspect a problem coming.
Running WOT or at speed at night is just dumb. Even on a crystal clear, moon-lit night in open water in good weather, an operator cannot see low profile hazards, like submerged logs and disabled boats.
Reduce your risk and SLOW WAY Down at night. Who knows? You might even enjoy a Slow Ride,,, Take It Easy,,,
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Capt M Brooks
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Vessel accent lighting
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5/23/2013 9:55:30 PM
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We regularly stop vessels for operating at night with their docking lights on. Most people are unaware of the dangers that docking lights can pose to other boaters and we do a lot of on-the-spot education.
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HP HQ
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Vessel accent lighting
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5/23/2013 10:56:47 PM
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Exactly Capt'n! Folks just don't know and need schoolin!! Its to easy to get a V on your license in this state!
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