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Old 10-16-2007, 09:07 AM   #84
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Originally Posted by Acres per Second
Maine law describes this boat as "a Deadly Weapon". Why would they allow such boats to operate on inland protected waters by sober operators?

Maine law also describes cars, ATVs, and even mopeds the same way, if used recklessly. If someone used a sailboat recklessly, causing death to another, the sailboat would be a "deadly weapon", in Maine. The reckless part is the key, not the vehicle.
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