A straight answer to this is no, you cannot use a VHF on land. You are not walking on water and are out of it. Respect the rules pertaining to radios and you will have a simple life. There is no need to flout the laws if you want to stay out of trouble.
Understand it is for use in waters and not to be played around. Play safe and be safe. No other Handheld vhf marine radio reviews will tell you this. There is no need to invite unwanted trouble. Period!