Individual Operating Watercraft Under the Influence Will Be Fined

In Lake Sevan, individuals operating watercraft while under the influence will face fines. This was stated during a press conference by Haik Vardanyan, Deputy Chief of the Patrol Service of the Armenian Police's Administrative Affairs and Judicial Protection Department.

It is worth noting that according to the Armenian Ministry of Environment, there will be six public beaches operating in the Gegharkunik Province, providing free services such as playgrounds, changing rooms, and showers. Lifeguard and water patrol services will be available at public beaches, along with medical points.

“If a citizen operates any watercraft while under the influence or tries to avoid a sobriety check, they will be fined. The proposed penalty will be equivalent to one-fifteenth of the minimum wage. Fines can also be imposed for operating unregistered or unlicensed watercraft, as well as those with technical malfunctions or without side registration numbers. Responsibility is also anticipated if the captain does not have the right to operate the vessel,” Vardanyan stated.

He urged citizens to adhere to all the regulations established by law and to enter the lake in a sober state.