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US Code · Through Public Law 119-103 (09/02/2026)

46 U.S.C. § 30304: Contributory negligence

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  1. Title 46—SHIPPING
  2. CHAPTER 303—DEATH ON THE HIGH SEAS

In an action under this chapter, contributory negligence of the decedent is not a bar to recovery. The court shall consider the degree of negligence of the decedent and reduce the recovery accordingly.

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