An active debate is a sign that most boaters intend to observe the law. But some say that they will continue to be scofflaws, just like Robert LaPointe from Massachusetts was.
The new revisors of the law should consider toughening the law and help solve funding at the same time. At conviction for the second offense, those ignoring safety laws by extreme margins should have their boats confiscated and sold by the state to help pay the Marine Patrol.
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