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I think pursuring bullet point 2 above would bear more fruit than an after the fact challenge. I'll bet we could get quite a few signers to a petition using these forums. Its just flat out bulllchit the way this was handled in the dark of night. No forum at all that I am aware for public discussion. That is just wrong.

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Originally Posted by R Addiction (Post 3646163)

Sneaky Indian!

Geronimo had a reputation for being a fierce warrior! :cartman::helmet::hijack:

Back on track... Chuck, whatever you think I can do to help let me know.

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Originally Posted by C_Spray (Post 3645258)

Well, here's the scoop. I'll give them credit for a quick response.

Sir;

This term emergency in this context is used to denote a regulation that takes effect earlier than a normal regulation which is effective October 1, each year.
This was posted in news papers. More information can be obtain by contacting Boating Services at 410-260-8462.
This up to Officer discretion how much, if any allowance is allowed.
As per Maryland law, a citation or warning is issued for each for each offense.
No boating violations affect your motor vehicle driving license.
Officers used RADAR Guns that are licensed and calibrated before and after use.
The fine is established by District Court court at $85 regardless of the set above the posted speed limit for boating violations.
The area will be marked by navigational buoys.
The court will located in the county of the offense.

I hope this helps.

Sgt. Arthur A. Windemuth

Public Information Officer
Office of the Superintendent
Maryland Natural Resources Police
Tawes State office Building, E-3
580 Taylor Ave.
Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Email: [email protected]
Office: 410-260-8850
Cell: 410-713-8449
Fax: 410-260-8878

Good work, it looks like the resident's of Maryland who do not like this new law need to take action.

I would still like to know how the appropriate speed for the speed limit was determined, and who dtermined this is the appropriate speed, and on what criteria is speed based ? I guess I will e-mail Sgt. Windemuth for the answer.

That number seems to be the standard around other parts of the state to control speed in congested areas . Also helps reduce noise . Can someone please tell me what effect if any , does the shipping traffic have on wake at Chesapeake City ?

this sucks, what will they do about poker runs and special events at the ches inn ? i guess you have to stay sober or will really have a problem. I think thats what it really is all about,less drunk boaters on the water.