Fine at National Park
Our children were in the water (river) at a National Park. There is a beach at this site. There was a sign that said ''No swimming ''. Our children were sitting in the water looking for shells. Nowhere on any sign does it state that one will be FINED for even going in the water. There were several other families there doing the same thing. When a ranger arrived, he stated that there is no swimming and asked for an adult ID. He then went to his vehicle. He never informed us of a fine and NO sign stated there would be a fine. We (and the other families) argued w/him. But he proceeded to give us a $100. fine for being in the water. Can he legally give us a fine without informing us about what he was doing or the fact that nowhere on any sign did is state that a fine would be incurred if one went into the water at all?
Re: Fine at National Park
You should appear in whatever federal court is involved to contest the matter and explain to the magistrate judge whatever extenuating circumstances that may be applicable.
Re: Fine at National Park
You should appear in whatever federal court is involved to contest the matter and explain to the magistrate judge whatever extenuating circumstances that may be applicable.
