Do you know your Snowmobile Rules and Regulations?

 

            In NY State anyone at least eighteen years of age can operate a snowmobile without any other qualification.  Youths ages 10-17 may operate a snowmobile without adult supervision who receive a certificate for completing a state-recognized snowmobile safety course.  Anyone in this age group must adhere to the same restrictions as children under 10.  These children may only operate a snowmobile on lands owned or leased by a parent or guardian unless accompanied by a person 18 or older, or by someone 14 or older who holds a snowmobile safety certificate. Children under 10 or youths not holding a certificate may not operate a snowmobile across a road at any time.

 

            All snowmobiles operated in New York must be registered with the DMV except when operated exclusively on the owner’s property or in approved competition. Exemptions are made if the snowmobile is registered in a border state and operated on a designated border trail that occasionally crosses into New York.  DMV registration number decals must be displayed on both sides of the snowmobile at all times. Annual registration validation stickers must be added to the decals. More than 10,000 miles of snowmobile trails are partially supported by snowmobile registration fees.

 

            All snowmobiles operated on any part of a roadway or shoulder in New York State must carry at least the state minimum liability insurance. Proof of insurance must be produced upon the request of law enforcement.  Any accident resulting in injury or exceeding $100 in property damage must be reported to the nearest law enforcement within seven days of the incident. 

 

            Theft is a growing problem for snowmobile owners too.  Most stolen sleds are never recovered.  Having physical damage on the snowmobile protects against this and other types of loss. 

 

            For more detailed and further information on safe snowmobiling, see the New York State Snowmobiler’s Guide or visit the New York State Office of the Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.nysparks.com. 



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