US Code - Chapter 25: Protection of vessels on the high seas and in territorial waters of foreign countries

Search US Code - Chapter 25: Protection of vessels on the high seas and in territorial waters of foreign countries

  • Section 1971 "Vessel of the United States" defined
  • Section 1972 Action by Secretary of State upon seizure of vessel by foreign country; preconditions
  • Section 1973 Reimbursement of owner for any direct charges paid to secure release of vessel and crew
  • Section 1974 Inapplicability of chapter to certain seizures
  • Section 1975 Claims for amounts expended because of seizure
  • Section 1976 Authorization of appropriations
  • Section 1977 Reimbursement for seized commercial fishermen
  • Section 1978 Restriction on importation of fishery or wildlife products from countries which violate international fishery or endangered or threatened species programs
  • Section 1979 Fishermen's Protective Fund
  • Section 1980 Compensation for loss or destruction of commercial fishing vessel or gear
  • Section 1980A Reimbursement of owner for fee paid to navigate foreign waters if fee inconsistent with international law
  • Section 1980B Sanctions for imposition of conditions on U.S. fishing vessel found inconsistent with international law
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