Re: Be careful this weekend (BUI Crackdown)
With the exception of the part about Germany, I agree with Mercguy.
Most of this type of law enforcement seems to be about revenue generation. I understand they need to buy new huge boats every year, but I could do without the disrespectful attitute that more that 3/4th of the guy's I've dealt with have had.
Many of the nations law enforcement officers risk their lives against people who would do them and others serious harm, and that is worthy of respect or at least some consideration on the part of the people. Water cops in my area just plain don't face this threat. It just seems to be all about ego.
I guess it's just the 90% that give the 10% a bad name!
Was that the 90% that is bad or the 10% that is bad
I agree, I respect our law enforcement officers and appreciate the job they do to make my life safer whether on the road or water.
BUT, it seems that our government is running out of ways to take our money from us and is therefore seeking new ways to bleed us dry. And there is an element of law enforcement which thrives on using their "authority" to harass people and make themselves feel superior (inferiority complex). When the two mix, we lose either our rights to unreasonable searches, time to harassment for nothing or freedom and liberty to enjoy our lives.
I agree, people committing crimes and violating the law need to be held accountable. But the rest of us law abiding, tax paying citizens should enjoy the benefit of being so.