Small Boats Enter U.S. From Canada Without Inspection
“Approximately 68,000 operators of small pleasure boats enter the United States from Canada each year, along the Northern border, without being inspected by U.S. authorities,” reports Government Security News. “Pleasure boats that weigh less than five tons are allowed to report their arrival telephonically, rather than appearing in person for an inspection by a Customs and Border Protection officer.”
I teach Criminal Justice at Park University in Parkville, MO. My professional experience includes 28 years in law enforcement, primarily with the Miami-Dade (Florida) Police Department. From 1996-2006, I managed police and security services at the Port of Miami, retiring as Chief of Seaport Security Enforcement. My research focuses on convergence of physical, human, and technology resources in managing port and maritime security. Your participation and comments are welcome.
About Me
- Dr. Kenneth Christopher, D.P,A.
- Kansas City, MO, United States
- Author of the book, Port Security Management (2009, CRC Press), which reflects the altered landscape of the post-9/11 era, providing real-world guidelines for port security management, planning, and implementation processes. Assistant Professor and Chair of Criminal Justice at Park University in Parkville, MO. and Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Contact Information: Park University, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO, 64152. www.park.edu/cj