Federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by Maine lobstermen against state-mandated tracking devices.

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by five Maine lobstermen challenging the state's requirement for electronic tracking devices on their boats. The lobstermen argued the tracking violated their privacy rights, but Judge John Woodcock ruled the state had jurisdiction and the tracking was justified due to the lobster industry's extensive regulations. The lobstermen's attorney said they may appeal.

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