Name:   diverdown - Subject:   Lanyard Violation Date:   9/15/2020 11:01:10 AM

I was pulled over for not having updated stickers on boat. The reason was I couldnt get them because the courthouse was closed due to COVID. The officer opted to give me a ticket for not wearing a lanyard (not sure how he figured that, but anyway). I was in a pontoon boat with two other licensed drivers, so while yes I should have been wearing this, but dont really think this was putting anyone in any neglegent danger. Thinking I would just pay a $50.00 fine I just let it go. Turns out that is a $350.00 fine..just bent over and paid it. Really just wanted to complain..see if anyone else has had the same experience. All of these regulations have gotten out of hand.