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Abandoned Boat or Vessel

Abandoned, At Risk, or Derelict Vessels

Abandoned, At Risk or Derelict Vessels are a concern for the boating public in the State of Florida. Pinellas County has a program to remove these vessels, but there is a specific process that must be followed prior to removal.

Call

Step 1.Call

If you suspect a vessel is abandoned, at risk or derelict, please report the situation to:

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit at 727-582-6200 OR
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-4676

Step 2.Notice Is Provided To the Owner

A notice is then provided to the owner (via mail or notice on the vessel) to remove the vessel or request a hearing within 21 days.

Step 3.If Not Removed

If the vessel is not removed or a hearing requested within the 21-day period, Pinellas County's Marine Safety Unit receives a Derelict Vessel Removal Authorization.

A contractor will then be dispatched to remove the vessel.

Contacts

Pinellas County Sheriff
Marine & Environmental Land Unit
727-582-6200

Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
850-488-4676

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