Conception Dive Boat Accident Update: Manslaughter Charge For Captain When this tragic accident happened last year, it was a popular topic here and I was able to provide a bit of insight as a long-term diver up and down the coast of CA.  I promised to stay on top of the story and let you all know how it was developing, so here ya go: There have now been investigations and an indictment of the captain.  The charter company's owner is facing no charges currently, but the lawsuits are coming. I'll hold off on sharing my own opinion, but will relate that the California diving community is not pleased with how this has been handled.  You can form your own opinions.  Here are some links compiled by a fellow diver on one of the local mailing lists: Link to LA Times report of indictment:  LA Times Link to press release regarding the indictment from the US Attorney's office:  Justice.Gov Links re Seaman's Manslaughter statute: Wikipedia Cornell Law Link to National Transportation Safety Board report (executive summary): NTSB Link to National Transportation Safety Board report (full report): NTSB