What if I am charged with a second Boating While Ability Impaired by alcohol (BWAI) charge?

If you are charged with BWAI and have a previous BWAI within the previous five years you face a fine of up to $750 and a jail term of up to 30 days. Additionally, a court may suspend a vessel registration for up to twelve months. You also face and additional NYS DMV driver assessment penalty.