Yeah, the legal ho's for hire can concoct just about anything. From what I've seen, 1-3 years is about average for a death caused while boating drunk. The irony is that I've seen far worse penalties for crimes not as severe.

This 23' boat was jam-packed at night, beer cans everywhere, .14 on the captain's BAC. It's just not something I want on my conscience, and I wouldn't wish it on anyone else either. I will offer one thing. I respect all involved for not trying to evade their responsibility, they didn't lie. That alone shows some character, usually missing from these cases.

People rarely forgive or understand drunken drivers on the road, why should it be any different on the water? It's really hurt boating, and will continue to do so.