AR SB317

Establishes minimum electrical safety standards for boat docks and marinas in Arkansas, requiring compliance with National Fire Protection Association Standards for Marinas and Boatyards and the National Electric Code

Mandates that all boat dock and marina electrical circuits be protected by ground fault circuit interrupters to prevent electrocution and shock hazards

Defines "boat dock" as a man-made structure protruding into water for mooring boats or water recreation that is connected to electric power, and "marina" as a dock or basin providing motorboat moorings and services that is electrically connected

Establishes penalty structure: first offense receives warning citation with no penalty, second or subsequent offense incurs $50 fine, violations resulting in injury constitute Class C misdemeanor, and violations resulting in death constitute Class B misdemeanor

Makes violations of electrical standards admissible as evidence in civil lawsuits against boat dock or marina owners or operators when violations result in bodily injury or death