All states have laws against boating under the influence (BUI), which make it a crime to operate a boat or watercraft on a public waterway while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
In Alaska, operating a boat or watercraft under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal, similar to driving a vehicle while intoxicated. The state's laws on Boating Under the Influence (BUI) are outlined in Alaska Statute 05.25.110, which prohibits operating a watercraft while intoxicated by alcohol, controlled substances, or inhalants. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for operating a boat in Alaska is 0.08%, the same as for motor vehicle drivers. Penalties for BUI can include fines, imprisonment, and the potential loss of boating privileges. Additionally, Alaska law requires an implied consent for chemical testing, meaning that by operating a watercraft, individuals are considered to have consented to such testing for intoxication. Refusal to submit to testing can result in penalties similar to those for BUI.