A CBS 2 News report reveals a growing trend of drunken boating incidents in Illinois. Last year there were three fatalities on Illinois waterways that were related to boaters that were intoxicated. There have also been over 1000 arrests in the last year for for intoxicated boating.

This growing trend has led Illinois State lawmakers to introduce new legislation in Springfield that would affect peoples driving record the same same as a DUI  if arrested for boating while intoxicated. Right now, no such arrest or conviction would affect someone's driving record.  A bill introduced by Sen. Chris Lauzen has passed in the Senate and is waiting for approval from the House.

The lesson learned here is that drinking and boating can just as dangerous drinking and driving an automobile. Always have a designated boater when out partying on the water.

To read the full story about this growing trend and the new legislation, click here.

If you or someone you know has been charged with a DUI or with Boating while Intoxicated, then contact attorney Aaron Bryant at The Bryant Law Group to help protect your rights. Call for a free consultation at 312-588-3384.