Tampa Bay Area - Here's an example of a Florida DUI sentence for boating under the influence resulting in a death. A Tarpon Springs man was sentenced to 15 years in prison after boating and drinking on the Anclote River. The boaat went into mud flats and crashed into a dock, killing one of the passengers.
After a trial, a Florida jury found him guilty of manslaughter and reckless boating.
In Florida, and around the nation, there is a trend towards stricter enforcement of boating under the influence in recognition of the dangers of drinking while on the water.
Despite numerous pleas for leniency, the judge sentenced him to 15 years in prison.
