"John H" wrote in message
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On Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:47:29 -0500, Gene
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On Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:37:45 -0500, Rob wrote:

Personal property that is in for repair is always released
prior to the auction

Only so far as it is "free and clear." A less than honest mechanic can
create a very convincing labor lien based on services not performed.

If he is *really* clever he knows how to perfect a labor lien... if
not, he'll threaten and cajole. Your MilkToast position would make you
ripe for picking......... man up, dude......

again..... this isn't opinion.... I have battle scars....

I'm glad you two had this discussion. It lets me know my initial
inclination was correct - to cut the damn lock and take the boat home.

You know, I'm wondering now if the guy felt threatened by the bolt
cutter I was carrying. That damn thing had three foot handles.
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John H


I agree. It was an interesting discussion. Given that the boat was in an
open area, you would have a much better chance of not having a problem with
the police. I'd be cautious though about brandishing something that could be
construed as a weapon. Not sure what state you're in, but some states define
assault as "an attempt to menace by placing another person in fear of
imminent serious bodily injury."

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