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Originally Posted by Webbsatwinni
I'm not for more legislation that takes away freedoms...
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All regulations take away freedoms.
But leaving the libertarian stuff aside, how could you possibly have driving tests for boaters without government infrastructure? Since different types of boat react differently while docking, you need different levels of licenses and tests. You can't have someone take the test in a 16' outboard and then drive a 38' Carver. You need trained marine patrol people to write administer and grade the testing.
What we all really want is people to be responsible for their actions. If you damage someone's property, fess up and pay for it. We already have that law.
BTW docking is hard, even really good licensed captains make mistakes.