Sacramento River Boat Rental

5. Safety and Regulations ● Life Jackets: Renters must wear life jackets at all times while on the boat. ● Operator Qualifications: The person operating the boat must have valid credentials or demonstrate sufficient experience. ● Alcohol and Drugs: No alcohol or drugs are allowed on the boat. ● Navigation Zones: Renters are only permitted to navigate within the areas defined by the Owner. ● Emergency Procedures: Outline steps to follow in case of an emergency, including contact information. 5.1 Failure to adhere to these safety and regulation guidelines may result in immediate termination of the rental agreement without refund. 6. Termination and Penalties 6.1 This section outlines the terms under which the agreement may be terminated and any penalties that may be incurred by the Renter for breach of agreement. 6.2 Termination by Owner: The Owner reserves the right to terminate the agreement if the Renter violates any of the terms, especially those related to safety and payment. 6.3 Termination by Renter: The Renter may terminate the agreement given proper notice, but will lose 50% of deposit. 6.4 Late Returns: If the Renter fails to return the boat at the agreed-upon time, additional fees may be charged. 6.5 Damage Penalties: Should the boat be returned damaged, the Renter is responsible for all costs related to repairs or replacement, up to the limit of the security deposit. 6.6 Legal Actions: The Owner reserves the right to take legal action against the Renter for any breaches, which may include damages, legal fees, and court costs. 7. Liability and Indemnification 7.1 Liability: The Owner shall not be held liable for any personal injuries, property damages, or any other liabilities that may occur during the rental period. 7.2 Indemnification: The Renter agrees to indemnify and hold the Owner harmless from all claims, losses, expenses, fees including attorney fees, costs, and judgments that may be asserted against the Owner that result from the acts or omissions of the Renter, Renter’s guests, and Renter’s invitees, during the rental period. 7.3 Insurance: The Renter is advised to have adequate personal and property insurance to cover any potential losses or damages during the rental period. 7.4 Waiver of Liability: By signing this agreement, the Renter acknowledges that boating carries inherent risks, and agrees to waive any claims against the Owner and indemnify the Owner for any liabilities arising from the rental, except as expressly stated in this Agreement. 8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction 8.1 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. 8.2 Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings related to this agreement will take place in courts located within the State of CA, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon. 8.3 Severability: If any part of this Agreement is deemed to be unenforceable or illegal, such parts will be severed from this Agreement, and the remainder of the Agreement will remain in full force and effect. 8.4 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior oral agreements or understandings between the parties relating to the Boat.