Alaskan Sea-Duction
Guru
- Joined
- Jul 6, 2012
- Messages
- 8,084
- Location
- USA
- Vessel Name
- Alaskan Sea-Duction
- Vessel Make
- 1988 M/Y Camargue YachtFisher
Well Bob, knowing the rules are the Captain's duty. Quite simply you snuck into the country and were likely assigned a red check mark for your future travels by boat.
Bob, There is a lot of truth in Sunchaser's statement. This has absolutely nothing to do with the other issues that are off point here. You as the captain are responsible to know the customs procedures. There were countless times I heard U.S. and Canadians boats calling the USCG on VHF 16 asking how they could get ahold of customs on the radio as they did not know the check-in points! Really? Sir you have that responsibility.
Unfortunately for you, based on your actions, do not be surprised if you are now truly flagged and reentry into the U.S. or Canada (or any other country) will subject your vessel to additional searches and delays when re-entering.
Sorry to seem so blunt, but that is reality.