swift1
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- Jul 15, 2009
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So I was out on the water over the weekend testing the boat out after the latest repair. Running perfect except for the speedo (was reading 47 mph - gps showed a more realistic 41.) I was pulled over for a spot check by a police officer and conservation officer. I wasn't fishing at the time, so the officer had me go through all my safety items and show my operator's card. Well I didn't have a fire extinguisher on board and got nailed with a $240 fine! I know, my own fault - I even had a list of items needed to buy in my wallet, and the fire extinguisher topped the list. So this is not a rant, just wondering what other jurisdictions are like for fines. I?m in Ontario, Canada and we are required to have all prescribed safety equipment on board, and possess a pleasure craft operator card. If the fine is not paid in 15 days, your driver?s license can even be suspended. Does this seem harsher, more lenient, or relatively similar to other provinces/states?