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    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

    Report a Boating Accident

    Get the form needed to report a boat accident in Pennsylvania. 

    Get Accident Report Form

    Legally Required Reporting 

    • The operator of a boat involved in an accident resulting in death, disappearance or injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid. Must be reported within 48 hours. 
    • Accidents involving aggregate property damage exceeding $2,000. Must be reported within 10 days. 
    • If the operator is unable, the owner of every vessel involved must report the accident.

    *All reports are confidential and for the use of the Commission for boating safety purposes only.

    File Reports with:

    Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, Boating Accident Report
    P.O. Box 67000
    Harrisburg, PA 17106-7000

    Accident Report Form