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 Oklahoma, operating a boat or any other watercraft under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal, similar to driving a vehicle while impaired. The state's laws on Boating Under the Influence (BUI) are outlined in Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 4210. It is unlawful for any person to operate a vessel on Oklahoma waters if they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or more, or are under the influence of alcohol, any other intoxicating substance, or a combination thereof, to a degree that renders them incapable of safely operating a watercraft. Penalties for BUI in Oklahoma can include fines, imprisonment, mandatory attendance at an alcohol education program, and suspension or revocation of boating privileges. The enforcement of BUI laws is aimed at ensuring safety on the waterways and reducing accidents and fatalities related to alcohol and drug use while boating.