Title 46
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Title 46
Title 46
SUITS IN ADMIRALTY AGAINST THE UNITED STATES
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Short title
Definition
Waiver of immunity
Exclusive remedy
Period for bringing action
Venue
Procedure for hearing and determination
Exemption from arrest or seizure
Security
Exoneration and limitation
Costs and interest
Arbitration, compromise, or settlement
Payment of judgment or settlement
Release of privately owned vessel after arrest or attachment
Seizures and other proceedings in foreign jurisdictions
Recovery by the United States for salvage services
Disposition of amounts recovered by the United States
Reports