Harb. & Nav. Code, § 875 · Chapter 3. Mates and Seamen
Harb. & Nav. Code, § 875
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A mate or seaman who deserts his vessel without cause, or who is justifiably discharged by the master during the voyage for misconduct, or for a theft of any part of the cargo or appurtenances of the vessel, or for a wilful injury thereto or to the vessel, forfeits all wages due for the voyage.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.
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