Boarding someone elses boat

[GoingWalkabout]

Originally Posted by rhubstuff

In certain situations, one can be prosecuted under "good Samaritan" and "reasonable person" laws for NOT helping someone in danger, or for NOT acting to save someone's property. There is extensive case law in this area. So Jammer 6's "prosecution" would very likely be thrown out of court unless there is a clear sign on his boat to stay off under ALL circumstances.

And Florida is one of the States with strong Good Samaritan laws. Mainly brought about because of the trial lawyers who went after people who tried to offer assistance. It's a shame that we had to have laws passed to protect people who are doing acts of goodness and kindness.

What has happened to the idea of us being our brothers keeper? I'm glad to see that by far people are and it's only a few that aren't.

[sailorboy1]

Originally Posted by Going Walkabout

Perhaps a little melodramatic on my part but think about. Look up what is a sociopath. Lacking empathy and care for other people ranks high up there in the symptoms of a sociopath. Just saying.

I know what a sociopath is, but trust me when I say that we aren't all a-holes

[GordMay]

Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, rhubstuff.

[socaldmax]

Originally Posted by sailorboy1

I know what a sociopath is, but trust me when I say that we aren't all a-holes

When you say "we", could you define that group, please?

[GoingWalkabout]

Originally Posted by sailorboy1

I know what a sociopath is, but trust me when I say that we aren't all a-holes

Sailorboy I wasn't thinking of you. In fact the vast, and I mean vast majority from what I've seen so far are great people. Even the ones that have different opinions are for the most smart and people I would have no issue having a drink with. But the one or two who I will not name are scary.

[sailorboy1]

Originally Posted by socaldmax

When you say "we", could you define that group, please?

us sociopaths of course

[GoingWalkabout]

Originally Posted by sailorboy1

us sociopaths of course

You are NOT a sociopath. IMHO.

[sailorboy1]

Originally Posted by Going Walkabout

You are NOT a sociopath. IMHO.

Sociopaths are not all that uncommon. But like most groups we have our bad apples that give us a bad name.

Like crazy people who are paranoid that people are going to step on their boat. (back to topic)

[tropicalescape]

Originally Posted by sailorboy1

Sociopaths are not all that uncommon. But like most groups we have our bad apples that give us a bad name.

Like crazy people who are paranoid that people are going to step on their boat. (back to topic)

I know how he could keep people off his boat..If he were to get a Hunter people would,would ,aaa, I dont no what they would do damn-it, this is too easy!! Im sorry ..forgive me my insolence and mean natured ways, I must be a sociopath ! ..

[sailorboy1]

Originally Posted by tropicalescape

I know how he could keep people off his boat..If he were to get a Hunter people would,would ,aaa, I dont no what they would do damn-it, this is too easy!! Im sorry ..forgive me my insolence and mean natured ways, I must be a sociopath ! ..

go ahead, taunt the confessed sociopath

[GoingWalkabout]

Originally Posted by GordMay

Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, rhubstuff.

Thanks GordMay. 😆

[GoingWalkabout]

Originally Posted by sailorboy1

Sociopaths are not all that uncommon. But like most groups we have our bad apples that give us a bad name.

Like crazy people who are paranoid that people are going to step on their boat. (back to topic)

Your welcome to step on my boat anytime to say high or fix a rope. That goes for all boaters out there. Even the drunk sailor who stumbles onto the wrong boat at 2 am.

But be warned. I'm highly skilled at processing visual information within split seconds and if you are carrying an M16 your going down before you can blink.

Oh, and if your coming late at night uninvited you will be greeted with spot lights and a siren along with a recorded dog barking alarm and if I'm in an especially suspect area you will get a high non lethal electric shock as you climb aboard. But don't worry if your just drunk and lost your way you will be scared sh......... and I am sure you will sober up quickly. ��

[rwidman]

So who won the argument?

[AKA-None]

A boat in distress from fire or smashing up against rock, docks or other boats has left the realm of their personal property rights and headed to others personal property rights. There is also the need to prevent their fire or fuel spillage from extending to things and places where they are NOT the owner. e.g. your right to privacy and personal property stops when it interferes with my property rights and the environment.

So your boat gets boarded if there is a fire, if it's sinking or if it's dragging into others boats or the rocks. Why because I have absolutely NO idea if you have sufficient insurance to pay for YOUR neglect. So I'll stay off but please post the phone number to your insurance agent so I can be certain they are willing to pay for your choices.

[capngeo]

I spent 25 years breaking into fancy homes of rich folks... as a firefighter!

When things go wrong, someone has to pick up the axe!