S.E.A. 335, P.L. 142 Effective: July 1, 2020 [relevant sections] Provides that, if certain criminal penalties are increased (or, in the case of an infraction, imposed) due to a prior conviction or infraction committed by a defendant, the new offense must have been committed not later than 12 years from the later of the date: (1) of the conviction or infraction judgment; or (2) the … [Read more...] about Criminal law issues
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Natural resources
H.E.A. 1385, P.L. 164 Effective: 1-54, 60, 62-63 January 1, 2021; 55-59, 61, 64, 65 July 1, 2020 In part: Provides that a watercraft is not a vehicle for purposes of mechanic's liens for vehicles. Provides that a person that fails to carry a certificate of registration or display proofof registration on a watercraft commits a Class C infraction. Provides that a person who … [Read more...] about Natural resources
Watercraft accidents
The Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Committee heard SB 218 on watercraft accidents by Sen. Merritt. This bill provides that an operator of a boat who is involved in an accident or collision resulting in injury to or death of a person or damage to a boat or other property (operator) shall: (1) if it can be done without endangering a person, stop the boat immediately and as close … [Read more...] about Watercraft accidents