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Barratry

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Barratry
The act of a vessel's captain or crew knowingly endangering the vessel's cargo and/or the vessel itself.

Notes:
Acts that are considered barratry include intentionally sinking the ship, transporting illegal immigrants, and stealing cargo.



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