I think it is safe to say that although MP is not supposed to be able to stop anyone for any reason, we all know they can if they choose to. They can just make up any reason as to why they stopped you, (most people aren't going to argue with them) ie: I thought I saw a child without a PFD on, or it looked like you have to many passengers for this size boat, and wanted to check the Coast Guard tag on the boat, or you looked "unsteady" on your feet and I want to do a sobriety test, there's a million reasons they can come up with if they want to, and we all know that you must be on your best behavior when conversing with them, or they can make life miserable for you. It's the same on the street in your car. It doesn't matter if you are perfectly legal, abiding by all the rules and regulations, anyone can be stopped at any time for any reason, IMHO. I'm not saying it's good or bad, it just is what it is...
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