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(a) A person is guilty of manslaughter in the second degree with a vessel when, while operating a vessel upon the waters of this state under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug, or both, such person causes the death of another person as a consequence of the effect of such liquor or drug.
(b) Manslaughter in the second degree with a vessel is a class C felony and the court shall suspend the safe boating certificate for operation or certificate of personal watercraft operation for one year for any person found guilty under this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Connecticut General Statutes Title 15. Navigation and Aeronautics § 15-132a. Manslaughter in the second degree with a vessel - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ct/title-15-navigation-and-aeronautics/ct-gen-st-sect-15-132a/
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