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

California § 870.
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Code HNCHarbors and Navigation Code - HNC
Div. 4.DIVISION 4. MASTERS, CREWS AND CARGOES
Ch. 3.CHAPTER 3. Mates and Seamen

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Cal. Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC Code § 870. (2026).

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If a vessel is wrecked or lost, a seaman is entitled to his wages up to the time of the loss or wreck, whether freightage has been earned or not, if he exerts himself to the utmost to save the vessel, cargo, and stores.

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Legislative History

Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.
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