Boating accident in New Mexico State

If a boat is involved in an accident, the operator must give necessary assistance to the other vessel and passengers, as long as it will not personally endanger the operator, his or her passengers, or the vessel. Boating accidents must be reported immediately to the New Mexico State Parks Division. A boating accident report must be filed within 48 hours if the collision, accident or other casualty results in a death, injury requiring more than standard first aid, or property damage in excess of $100. Reports must be sent to and forms are available at: New Mexico State Parks Division; 1220 South Saint Francis Drive, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505; (888) 667-2757.

No person may knowingly make false claims or statements when reporting a collision, accident or casualty.