What happens if I don't remove the vessel?

If not removed within 21 days, the vessel will be disposed of.

How can I assert my legal interest in the vessel?

Contact the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office at (850) 487-1764 or efile@myfwc.com.

What is the deadline to raise my interest?

You must raise your interest within 21 days of the first publication date.

Vessel must be removed within 21 days or it will be disposed of.

Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity

Published: Feb 20, 2026 · 1 month ago
Category: Abandonment
City: West Palm Beach
Case #: LSAR0455999

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What You Should Do Next

1
Remove the Vessel
Ensure the vessel is removed within 21 days from February 13, 2026.
2
Contact Authorities
Reach out to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office to assert your interest.
3
Prepare for Hearing
If you wish to challenge the derelict status, prepare for a hearing within the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I don't remove the vessel?: If not removed within 21 days, the vessel will be disposed of.
How can I assert my legal interest in the vessel?: Contact the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office at (850) 487-1764 or efile@myfwc.com.
What is the deadline to raise my interest?: You must raise your interest within 21 days of the first publication date.

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Full Notice Text

Derelict Vessel Publication Notice
NOTICE TO POTENTIAL HEIRS AND PERSONS WITH A LEGAL INTEREST IN THE BELOW DESCRIBED VESSEL
The following vessel: 1952 16' Marsh Hen Sailboat, FL7480BY, FBQ000311182 has been determined to be derelict/abandoned and is unlawfully upon the waters of this state, specifically at: ICW/ Safe Harbour Rybovich. This vessel must be removed within 21 days; otherwise, it will be removed and disposed of pursuant to Chapter 705, Florida Statutes. Owners, heirs, and other legally interested parties may have the right to a hearing to challenge the determination that this vessel is derelict or otherwise in violation of the law, or to raise their interests before a tribunal. Please contact the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office of General Counsel at (850) 487-1764 or efile@myfwc.com to assert a legal interest in this vessel. If this vessel is not removed by the owner, the owner is legally responsible for the vessel being upon the waters of this state in a derelict condition and will be liable for the costs of removal, destruction, and disposal.
All heirs and other persons with a legal interest in this vessel must raise such interest within 21 days of the date of first publication of this Notice. All interests not raised within 21 days of first publication will be waived and forever barred. The date of first publication of this Notice is February 13 2026.
February 13, 20 2026
LSAR0455999