In Massachusetts, the Environmental Police have the same powers as the state
police. In fact, the Environmental Police are state police and can even give
speeding tickets on the highway.

They do not have the right to stop anyone or any vehicle without probable
cause. Only the Coast Guard or U.S. Customs can stop a vessel without probable
cause.


"Listen to the live broadcast of 'Nautical Talk Radio' with Captain Lou every
Sunday afternoon from 4 - 5 (Eastern Standard Time) on the web at
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95.9FM.