Wake Surfing Safely

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This bill prohibits wake surfing within 200 feet of shorelines, structures, other boats, or swimmers in North Carolina. Wake surfing is defined as using a motorboat with added weight to create a large wake for surfing. Violators would face a Class 1 misdemeanor charge and a minimum fine of $100.

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R · PrimeMichael Lazzara
R · PrimeBenton Sawrey
R · CoTed Alexander
R · CoAmy Galey
R · CoTodd Johnson
R · CoDana Jones
R · CoVickie Sawyer

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