FEDERAL · 46 U.S.C. · Chapter 111
Seamen's clothing
Current through Pub. L. 119-102
The clothing of a seaman is exempt from attachments and liens. A person detaining a seaman's clothing shall be fined not more than $500, imprisoned for not more than 6 months, or both.
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Related
Jenner v. Shepherd
665 F. Supp. 714 (S.D. Indiana, 1987)
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History
(Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 580.)
Editorial Notes
Section 11110 exempts seamen's clothing from attachments and liens. It also provides a penalty for violations.