This is from the Pinellas County tax office
site:http://www.taxcollect.com/Content.aspx?ContentID=63

It looks like we have to title but not register. How are they going to check that when you are out sailing? I don't plan on taking the title with me on the boat.

Exemptions from Titling in Florida

Vessels owned by the United States Government
Non motor-powered vessels less than 16 feet in length
Federally documented vessels
Vessels used exclusively on private lakes and ponds
Vessels already covered by a number(pursuant to the federally approved numbering system) of another state, provided that such vessel shall not be located in the State for a period of 90 consecutive days
Amphibious vessels for which title is issued by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Vessels used solely for demonstration, testing or sales by a registered dealer or manufacturer
Vessels owned and operated by the state or a governmental subdivision.



Exemptions from Registering in Florida

Non-motor-powered vessels
Vessels used exclusively on private lakes and ponds
Vessels owned by the United States Government