General Info

The Marine Patrol Bureau is a unit of the State of New Hampshire. The bureau is responsible for enforcing boating laws and administering recreational boating programs. It offers investigative services for boating accidents. The Marine Patrol Bureau also provides seacoast security services. The bureau offers installation, maintenance and removal services for state-owned marine aids for navigation. It provides inspection services for commercial vessels, as well as testing options. The bureau has enforcement authority on rivers and water bodies. It offers commercial boat license applications and study materials. The bureau employs full- and part-time law enforcement personnel. The Marine Patrol Bureau additionally offers boating education for recreation and commercial boat operators.