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us-gu · Through P.L. 38-133 (June 4, 2026)

18 GCA § 56404: Power over Seamen.

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  1. Title 18: Business Structure and Function
  2. Division 2 - Commercial and Business Obligations
  3. Part 6 - Service
  4. Chapter 56: Particular Employment
  5. ARTICLE 4: SHIPMASTERS

The master of a ship may enforce the obedience of the mate and seamen to his lawful commands by confinement and other reasonable corporal punishment, being responsible for the abuse of his power.

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