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Does a boat or motor have to have a Hull Identification Number (HIN)?

April 26, 2017boat hin Hull Identification motor

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Does a boat or motor have to have a Hull Identification Number (HIN)?

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Yes. If the HIN has been removed, a new HIN must be affixed to the boat or motor before a Certificate of Title can be issued. Application for a new HIN is made thru the Division of Watercraft. Forms may be obtained at The Title Bureau. Federal Boating Acts require all boats manufactured after November, 1972 to show a Hull Identification Number (Serial Number) of not less that 12 characters. If you have a 1973 or newer model boat, compare the HIN with the number on your Title. If they differ, make a pencil tracing of the number and present tracing and Title to your Title Bureau for correction.