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§ 493. — 493. (Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.)

California § 493.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code HNCHarbors and Navigation Code - HNC
Div. 3.DIVISION 3. VESSELS
Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Civil Actions and Liens
Art. 3.ARTICLE 3. Actions Against Vessels

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Cal. Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC Code § 493. (2026).

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The mate and seamen of a vessel have a general lien, independent of possession, upon the vessel and freightage, for their wages, which is superior to every other lien.

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Legislative History

Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.
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