California · Civil Code
CIV §1135: An interest in a ship can be transferred only by operation of law, or by written instrument, subscribed by the person making the transfer, or by his agent.
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A ship interest transfers only through legal process, written document signed by the owner or agent, or by operation of law.
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An interest in a ship can be transferred only by operation of law, or by written instrument, subscribed by the person making the transfer, or by his agent.
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