HB 1605-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

Authorizes an arresting officer, or other officer acting at the arresting officer's direction, to impound a vessel when the operator of a vessel is arrested for a violation of operation of a vessel: (1) In a reckless manner; or

(2) Under the influence of intoxicating liquor, marijuana, or any drug.

Addresses impoundment of a vessel and alternatives to impoundment; handling and returning the vessel in the same condition as it existed before impoundment; notification to the registered and/or legal owner of the vessel; immunity from liability for law enforcement officers involved in the impoundment.

Requires the department of licensing, in collaboration with the parks and recreation commission, to create the following forms for use in the enforcement of this act: (1) A vessel impound authorization and inventory form; and

(2) A forfeited vessel disposition report form.