"Lew Hodgett" wrote in message
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"Wayne.B" wrote

That would certainly be the common sense interpretation unless it has
been modified by some court precedent.

Don't bet the farm on it.

As was explained by an admiralty lawyer to me, if the engine can drive the
prop to propel the boat, you are assumed to be under power if it is
running.

Clutch position is not relevant.

Lew




I don't think anyone being careful would bet the farm on it. But, I could
easily see having an engine running but not engaged while under sail.
Assumptions like yours are good from the perspective of taking fewer
chances. I wouldn't want to argue either way in court.

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