In North Carolina we have to register any dingy if it has ANY size motor on
it even if its used for a tender. That info came from the Division of Marine
Fisheries in Morehead City where I registered ours.
Phil

"Jimmy" wrote in message
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Hi Folks,

Up here in Canada (at least in Ontario) boats powered under 10hp are not
required to be registered. This is the case with my 10 foot RIB and 9.9
outboard motor, which I use as a tender when sailing my big boat. No
name on the dinghy, no registration numbers.

In a trip through the eastern USA to Florida, am I likely to encounter
problems with local police or coat guard because the dinghy is
unregistered, unlicensed, etc.?

Anyone experience problems with the local authorities?

Warning and tips appreciated.

Jimmy