U.S. Coast Guard Sector Northern New England, in South Portland, Maine, received alleged hoax distress calls, May 31, 2024. Knowingly transmitting false distress calls is a federal crime and can lead to criminal and civil penalties if found guilty; the misuse can be punishable by up to ten years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines, plus the cost of the search. (U.S. Coast Guard Courtesy Audio)
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