46 U.S.C. § 11110Chapter 111
§11110. Seamen's clothing
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§11110. Seamen's clothing
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.
| Revised section | Source section (U.S. Code) |
|---|---|
| 11110 | 46:563 |
Section 11110 exempts seamen's clothing from attachments and liens. It also provides a penalty for violations.
Last amended: December 31, 2024
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