§ 10711. Penalties

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Publication 2024-07-31
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Department United States Congress
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§ 10711. Penalties

An owner or master violating this chapter are each liable to the United States Government for a civil penalty of 3 times the value of the seaman’s money, property, and wages involved or, if the value is not determined, of $200.

(Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 574.)

Section 10711 provides penalties for masters and owners violating this chapter.

Historical and Revision Notes
Revised section Source section (U.S. Code)
10711 46:623

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