California · Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC

HNC §834: Without special authority a manager shall not borrow money or give up the lien for freightage, or purchase a cargo, or bind the owners of the vessel to an insurance.

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A vessel manager lacks authority to borrow money, release freight liens, buy cargo, or commit owners to insurance without special permission.

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Without special authority a manager shall not borrow money or give up the lien for freightage, or purchase a cargo, or bind the owners of the vessel to an insurance.

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