48 U.S.C. § 1418Chapter 8
§1418. Employment of land and naval forces in protection of rights
Primary source
Verbatim text below is from the United States Code (GovInfo), a public-domain U.S. government work.
Full Text
§1418. Employment of land and naval forces in protection of rights
The President is authorized, at his discretion, to employ the land and naval forces of the United States to protect the rights of the discoverer or of his widow, heir, executor, administrator, or assigns.
Editorial Notes
Codification
R.S. §5577 derived from act Aug. 18, 1856, ch. 164, §5, 11 Stat. 120.
Last amended: December 31, 2024
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.