The bill amends the Alcohol Boating Safety Act by establishing jurisdiction for first offense refusals to submit to a chemical test under section 46-22.2-5. It specifies that the Rhode Island traffic tribunal will have jurisdiction over first violations, while second and subsequent violations will be handled by the district court for individuals eighteen (18) years of age or older and by the family court for individuals under the age of eighteen (18) years. The act aims to streamline the legal process for handling these violations and ensure consistent adjudication of related offenses. It will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
3098: 46-22.2-5, 8-8.2-2