Does pelican bass raider 10e require title or other registrations

[DMezo]

I recently purchased a pelican bass raider 10e from an owner and they said they said the boat did not come with a title. However they did have an outdated water usage stamp that they said they were told was all they needed for it. I didn't think something this size would require one. Any advise would be greatly appreciated

[Dens228]

It depends on what state you're in.

[Dtrombly]

I think it varies from state to state, here in Ohio you do not need a title for any craft under 14 ft. Still needs to be registered though, I'd contact your state Division of Watercraft to see what you need to do. 

[bassinOUT89]

Here in Florida, any vessel being powered by motor, even just a trolling motor needs to be registered and you must have a title to do so. 

[NYWayfarer]

Rules for NY:
 

NY Vessels to Title & Register

In New York, you must register any boat that is partially OR wholly motor-driven and used on the state's public waterways. Vessels exempt from registration include:

Non-motorized vessels, like kayaks and canoes.

Lifeboats.

Any boat registered out-of-state and not used in New York for more than 90 consecutive days.

Commercial boats with U.S. or foreign documentation.

Watercraft racing in a competition.

 

The NY DMV only issues titles for motorboats that meet ALL of the following criteria:

Manufactured in 1987 or more recent.

Have a length of at least 14 ft.

Registered in New York.