RedactedNarrative: Initial Stop/Vessel in Motion
  
      On 07/16/22 at approximately 2:00 P.M., I Cpl. of the Maryland Natural Resources Police, was on routine boat patrol aboard patrol vessel NRP 011 at the Liberty Marina fuel pier located on the South River, Anne Arundel County, Maryland. As I was leaving the Liberty Marina fuel pier I observed a yellow PWC, bearing MD registration exceeding the Route 2 Bridge six knot speed zone. The PWC was traveling west, under the Route 2 Bridge, at an approximate speed of 25-30 knots. I immediately activated the patrol vessel's blue emergency light and siren in an attempt to stop the PWC. As I attempted to stop the PWC, I observed the operator perform a series of "S" turns at an approximate speed of 25-30 knots. I activated the siren multiple times but it wasn't until I got within approximately 10-15 yards before Operator acknowledged my presence and slowed down. 
  
  Initial Personal Contact
  
      Upon stopping Operator, I identified myself and stated the reason for the stop. I asked Operator if he knew he was within the speed zone to which he responded that he was trying to catch up with his girlfriend and denied being in the speed zone. I asked Operator if the PWC was his to which he responded that it was a rental. Operator then proceeded to operate the PWC in circles and acted like he was free to go. I instructed Operator to come back to the patrol vessel because I needed his information. I explained the six knot speed zone to Operator and asked if South River Jet Ski Rentals had advised him of the six knot speed zone at the Route 2 Bridge. Operator stated that the Route 2 Bridge speed zone was explained but he didn't pay attention during the pre-rental meeting. It was at this time that one of the employees of South River Jet Ski Rentals arrived on scene aboard a pontoon vessel. I asked Employee if South River Jet Ski Rentals explained the Route 2 Bridge speed zone to Operator. Employee stated that South River Jet Ski Rentals advises all of its renters of the Route 2 Bridge six knot speed zone. 
  
      I subsequently issued Operator (1) Maryland Natural Resources citation for the following: 
  
      MR: 08.18.25.02 B: Exceeding six knots by the Route 2 Bridge Area. This carries a pre-payable fine of $85.00 with a maximum penalty of $500.00 for a first offense and $1000.00 and/or (1) year of imprisonment for a second offense. 
  
      Upon issuing the citation to Operator, I explained how fast six knots was, emphasized that he idle the PWC throughout the remainder of the speed zone, and reminded him that he couldn't speed until he was clear of the white buoys marking the six knot area. Operator appeared to be disinterested as I reviewed the speed zone and seemed indifferent to my explanation of six knots. 
  
  Vessel Accident/Second Personal Contact
  
      After issuing Operator his citation I remained on the southwestern side of the Route 2 Bridge so I could add notes from the stop. I observed Operator operate the PWC in an easterly direction towards the Route 2 Bridge. Approximately two minutes later I heard, what I thought was, a PWC accelerating under the Route 2 Bridge. This was followed by individuals aboard a passing vessel yelling that a PWC was speeding and struck the Route 2 Bridge. Upon arriving on scene I observed Operator in the water, in front of the Liberty Marina fuel pier, attempting to remount the PWC. I observed a large patch of exposed skin on Operator's left side, slightly towards his back, under his armpit. The injury was bright red and was oozing blood. I further observed scratches and abrasions down Operator's left side. I then observed significant fiberglass damage to the port-bow of the PWC. The fiberglass was cracked and suffered significant gouging. I asked Operator if he was okay to which he responded "yes." It was at this time that Employee arrived on scene and stated that South River Jet Ski Rentals was terminating Operator's rental. I advised Employee that I would bring Operator aboard my patrol vessel and transport him to South River Jet Ski Rentals located at Pier 7 Marina on the South River.  Employee stated that he would take the PWC in tow and follow me to Pier 7 Marina. 
  
      I assisted Operator onto the patrol vessel and instructed him to sit on the front seat. Operator was wearing a PFD and I instructed him to keep it on. It was at this time that I had a chance to closely observe Operator, being that we were in such close proximity, and I noticed how bloodshot and glassy his eyes appeared. I asked Operator if he had consumed any alcohol and he responded that he had two mimosas at 7:30 A.M. I asked Operator what part of my instructions he hadn't understood about the speed zone. Operator stated that he wasn't speeding but rather the current was too strong which caused him to strike the Route 2 Bridge. 
  
  Pre-Arrest Screening
  
  I arrived at Pier 7 Marina at 2:24 P.M. Upon arrival,  Operator immediately tried to jump off the patrol vessel. I instructed Operator to remain on the vessel until I could safely assist him off. As I was tying up the patrol vessel Operator ignored my instructions and climbed off the patrol vessel onto the dock. Operator also removed his PFD and forgot it on the front of the patrol vessel. Operator hurriedly made his way to the rental shack to meet up with his girlfriend. Operator appeared to be in a hurry and repeatedly tried to leave the area. I instructed Operator to remain on scene and advised that I was waiting fifteen minutes for him to acclimate to land before I would begin Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. I continued to question Operator on how much alcohol he had consumed and he stated "man I know what you are getting at but I'm sober." Operator further stated " I already told you, two mimosas at 7:30 A.M." I asked Operator if he would fill out a statement of facts leading up to the accident. Operator stated he would. Once Operator finished filling out the statement I made note of the time which was 2:39 P.M. I instructed Operator that I was going to begin Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. 
  
  Standardized Field Sobriety Test: Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus
  
  At about 2:39 P.M., I began the Standardized Field Sobriety Test. The test was conducted on the boardwalk at South River Jet Ski Rentals. The surface was flat and level and clear of debris. Prior to starting the test, I asked Operator if he had any medical conditions that would prohibit him from taking the test, to which he responded "no." I asked Operator if he wore contacts or glasses to which he responded "no." I asked Operator if he had ever suffered a head injury that would prohibit him from taking the test to which he responded "no." The final question I asked Operator was regarding his injury from striking the Route 2 Bridge and if that injury would prohibit him from taking the test to which he answered "no." Operator became increasingly agitated and annoyed with each question. 
  
      The first standardized field sobriety test that I administered was the horizontal gaze nystagmus test. It should be noted that Operator's eyes were both very bloodshot and glassy. I observed equal pupil size in both eyes at the onset of the testing. During the test, I observed the lack of smooth pursuit in both eyes, distinct and sustained nystagmus at maximum deviation in both eyes, and the onset of nystagmus prior to 45 degrees in Operator's left eye. Operator performed poorly on the test and a total of 5 clues were observed during HGN testing. 
  
      It should be noted that during the onset of HGN testing Operator failed to follow my instructions and kept moving his head
  