Penalties

30 Pa.C.S. § 5704, under At-risk, Derelict and Abandoned Boats.

30 Pa.C.S. § 5704

(a) Grading and penalties.--An individual violating this chapter:

(1) For a first offense, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $500, in addition to restitution costs.

(2) For a second offense, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $1,000, in addition to restitution costs.

(3) For a third or subsequent offense, commits a misdemeanor of the third degree and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay restitution costs.

(b) Definition.--For purposes of this subsection, the term "restitution costs" shall include costs for towing, storage, notice, publication mailing or any other costs associated with the removal or junking of a boat.

Cross References. Section 5704 is referred to in section 5703 of this title.