Vessel stops
I am a great fan of the NHMP. Always have been. But I do have a problem with random vessel stops.
Page 27 of the NH boaters guide states that the Marine Patrol Officers have the right to pull over a vessel at any time for an inspection. (I do not have the specific language right here) No probable cause?
Where did the fourth amendment to the US Constitution go?
Is pulling out of Braun Bay or the NASWA a reasonable justification for a random stop?
I am no lawyer but I would think that the liberties granted by the US Constitution should apply on NH waters.
As I said, I have never personally had a problem with a random stop but I have heard of them and wonder how the pieces fit in. Any thoughts?
Misty Blue
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