marine police

Waterway law enforcement

Marine police are law enforcement officers who patrol waterways, harbors, and coastal areas.

They enforce maritime laws, respond to emergencies on the water, investigate boating accidents, and conduct search and rescue operations.

Also called harbor police or water police depending on jurisdiction: The marine police pulled alongside the vessel for inspection.

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Maritime thieves and raiders

smugglers · poachers · drug runners

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