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29
Jun

California senator gets tough on BUI

   Posted by: duinick

A California state senator wants drunken boaters to lose their license to drive their automobiles.

Sen. John J. Benoit, R-Bermuda Dunes, introduced SB 154, which would reinstate the suspension of California driver’s license for individuals convicted of boating under the influence.

“Havasu spent eight years in DUI enforcement, making over 1,000 arrests. I have witnessed how the bad choices made under the influence of alcohol have created countless tragedies. My legislation reflects the seriousness of BUI offenses, protecting the safety of travelers on California’s streets, highways and waterways,” Benoit said in a press release.

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13
Feb

California Boating Under the Influence (BUI)

   Posted by: duinick

Boating Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs

Boating Under the Influence of Alcohol Much like operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, boating under the influence in violation of California Harbors and Navigation Code, Section 655, is a criminal offense. This law makes it unlawful to operate a boat or watercraft with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater. A person who is convicted of boating under the influence (BUI) is subject to legal consequences similar to those for DUI, such as imprisonment, substantial monetary fines, community service, and probation. Which all can usually be avoided with the expertise of a Sacramento DUI Lawyer.

The symptoms that typically attract law enforcement agencies to individuals who may be boating under the influence include:

  • Speeding;
  • Erratic operation of the watercraft;
  • Equipment violations (life preservers or navigation lights);
  • Right-of-way violations;

The consequences for a Boating Under the Influence (BUI) arrest are very similar to a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest, but are not identical. The differences usually depend on the circumstances of your case. If you have been arrested for BUI in California you must seek the help of a California DUI Defense Lawyer right away.

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