Can the government charge anyone for a search and rescue? No. As a general rule, the United States adheres to the "free public services doctrine," which states that the cost of law enforcement, fire suppression, and search and rescue should be shared by all taxpayers. However, there are some situations in which the state can demand payment for a rescue operation from a particular person.
Let's See, That's Two Choppers at $5,000 Per Hour...
by Brian Palmer
http://www.slate.com/id/2232909/
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