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33 U.S.C. § 3855. — Warnings, detentions, dismissals, exclusion · Congress.wiki

U.S. Code/Title 33/§ 3855

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33 U.S.C. § 3855.Chapter 51

§ 3855

Warnings, detentions, dismissals, exclusion

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Subchapter: ACTION ON VIOLATION, PENALTIES, AND REFERRALS

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((a)) ** In general** If a vessel is detected to be in violation of the Convention, this chapter, or any regulation prescribed under this chapter, the Secretary may warn, detain, dismiss, or exclude the vessel from any port or offshore terminal under the jurisdiction of the United States.

((b)) ** Notifications** If action is taken under subsection (a), the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, shall make the notifications required by the Convention.

Release: pl-119-83 (2026-04-13)