Careless and Negligent operation

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Since the "careless & negligent operation" RSA has been bantered about in other threads, I thought I'd share this story of someone recently being charged with this offense.

While this alleged incident took place in my neck of the woods down here on the seacoast, I think the gist of the offense is still pertinent and it does show that this law is indeed enforced by the NHMP.

Plus the alleged offender is a rather interesting local politico type...so it ads a little "flair" to the story.

Anyway from today's Portsmouth Herald on-line!


Oh, and here is the RSA referenced:

270:29-a Careless and Negligent Operation of Boats. – Any person who shall operate a power boat upon any waters of the state in a careless and negligent manner or so that the lives and safety of the public are endangered shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.