Under the new law, which went into effect on July 1, law enforcement officers must have probably cause to stop a vessel.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida Boater Freedom Initiative into law, banning FWC from stopping boats without probable cause.

Conservationists worry a new law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis takes away wildlife officials' best defense against poachers ...

Starting July 1, 2025, law enforcement will no longer be able to pull a boat over without probable cause or a suspected ...

The Navaro family took their boat out in Cape Coral to celebrate the holiday. However, authorities are still vigilant. "Yes, ...

The “Boater Freedom Act,” which becomes law just ahead of the busy Independence Day weekend, is designed to protect boaters against “suspicionless” searches and prevent local regulations on vessel ...

On the first of July, nearly 100 new Florida laws are now in effect. One of the laws is one that makes many boaters happy – ...

Volusia, Flagler boaters 'pretty excited' about new Boater Freedom Act Local boaters, meanwhile, are pleased with the changes, according to managers at popular marinas from New Smyrna Beach to ...

On the first of July, nearly 100 new Florida laws are now in effect. One of the laws is one that makes many boaters happy – it limits the FWC’s ability to stop and search their vessel.