Section R12-4-528. Watercraft Checkpoints

A.      A law enforcement agency may establish a watercraft check- point to ensure public safety on state waterways, to screen for unsafe or impaired watercraft operators, or to gather demo- graphic, statistical, and compliance information related to watercraft activities.

B.       An individual may be required to perform the following during a watercraft stop or at a watercraft checkpoint:

1.        Stop or halt as directed when being hailed by a peace offi- cer or entering the established checkpoint boundary as prescribed under A.R.S. § 5-391, and

2.        Provide evidence of required safety equipment and regis- tration documentation prescribed under A.R.S. Title 5, Chapter 3, Boating and Water Sports.

C.      This Section does not limit any state peace officer's authority to conduct routine watercraft patrol efforts prescribed under

A.R.S. Title 5, Chapter 3, Boating and Water Sports.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 13 A.A.R. 4511, effective February 2, 2008 (Supp. 07-4). Amended by final rulemaking at 19 A.A.R. 597, effective July 1, 2013 (Supp. 13-1).