PROTECTION OF VESSELS ON THE HIGH SEAS AND IN TERRITORIAL WATERS OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES

United States Code

U.S. Code most recently checked for updates: Mar 25, 2023

§ 1971. “Vessel of the United States” defined

§ 1972. Action by Secretary of State upon seizure of vessel by foreign country; preconditions

§ 1973. Reimbursement of owner for any direct charges paid to secure release of vessel and crew

§ 1974. Inapplicability of chapter to certain seizures

§ 1975. Claims for amounts expended because of seizure

§ 1976. Authorization of appropriations

§ 1977. Reimbursement for seized commercial fishermen

§ 1978. Restriction on importation of fishery or wildlife products from countries which violate international fishery or endangered or threatened species programs

§ 1979. Fishermen’s Protective Fund

§ 1980. Compensation for loss or destruction of commercial fishing vessel or gear

§ 1980a. Reimbursement of owner for fee paid to navigate foreign waters if fee inconsistent with international law

§ 1980b. Sanctions for imposition of conditions on U.S. fishing vessel found inconsistent with international law