"Under current law, killing someone while boating under the influence is punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000 – far lower than the penalties typically applied for similar cases involving automobiles. Under the Governor’s proposal, second-degree manslaughter with a vessel would be punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
“A boating fatality caused by an intoxicated operator is an entirely preventable tragedy,” Governor Rell said. “Current law simply does not provide justice when the existing penalty is weighed against the losses experienced by the victim, the victim’s family and the state as a whole. Our laws must be updated.”"
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