The bill amends Section 46-27-4 of the General Laws in Chapter 46-27, known as the "Personal Watercraft Safety Act." It changes the classification of penalties for violations of this chapter or its rules and regulations from a misdemeanor to a lesser category, simply referred to as a violation. Additionally, the bill reduces the maximum fine for such violations from five hundred dollars ($500) to two hundred fifty dollars ($250). The bill removes the possibility of imprisonment, which was previously set at a maximum of six months for such offenses.

The legislative intent behind this bill is to lessen the severity of penalties associated with the Personal Watercraft Safety Act. By reducing both the legal classification of the offense and the financial penalty, the bill aims to modify the consequences for non-compliance with the safety regulations governing personal watercraft. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7834: 46-27-4