RedactedNarrative: Watercraft #1 and Watercraft #2 were underway in a group together. The operator of WC #2 was coming around to meet up with WC #1 side by side. Operator #2 stated he misjudged the distance between the vessels and panicked when he got close. He said he let off the gas, losing steering control of the PWC as he hit WC #1 in the side above the waterline. WC #2 had little to no damage. No injuries were reported and everyone was wearing a life jacket. Operator #2 received a citation for careless operation.