# R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-6: Exemption from numbering provisions of this chapter

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-6

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-6
- **Heading:** Exemption from numbering provisions of this chapter
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 46 / Chapter 46-22 / Section 46-22-6

## Text

A motorboat shall not be required to be numbered under this chapter if it is:

(1) Already covered by a number in full force and effect which has been awarded to it pursuant to federal law or federally approved numbering system of another state; provided, however, in the event the boat is to be operated on the waters of this state in excess of ninety (90) days, the owner shall record the number with the department of environmental management, division of boating safety, and pay the fees required under this chapter.

(2) A motorboat from a country other than the United States temporarily using the waters of this state.

(3) A motorboat whose owner is the United States, a state, or a subdivision thereof.

(4) A ship€™s lifeboat.

(5) A motorboat used exclusively for racing.

(6) A houseboat as defined in § 44-5-25.1.

(7) A rowboat twelve feet (12€²) in length or less.

(8) A canoe.

(9) A ferry.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-1 § 46-22-1. Declaration of policy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-2 § 46-22-2. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-3 § 46-22-3. Operation of unnumbered motorboats prohibited.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-4 § 46-22-4. Identification number and registration fee.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-4.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-5 § 46-22-5. Classification and required equipment.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-5.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-6 § 46-22-6. Exemption from numbering provisions of this chapter.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-6.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-7 § 46-22-7. Boat liveries.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-7.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-8 § 46-22-8. Muffling devices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-8.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9 § 46-22-9. Prohibited operation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9.1 § 46-22-9.1. Houseboats €” Exclusion from coastal ponds.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9.2 § 46-22-9.2. Flotation devices €” Children.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9.3 § 46-22-9.3. Operating so as to endanger, resulting in death.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9.4 § 46-22-9.4. Operating so as to endanger, resulting in personal injury.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.4.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-22-9.5 § 46-22-9.5. Speeding.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-22_S46-22-9.5.md)

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