Federal · Title 10 — Armed Forces
10 U.S.C. § 8851: Scope of chapter
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enemy property; or neutral property used or transported in violation of the obligations of neutrals under international law. “vessel” includes aircraft; and “master” includes the pilot or other person in command of an aircraft. Property seized or taken upon the inland waters of the United States by its naval forces is not maritime prize. All such property shall be delivered promptly to the proper officers of the courts. Nothing in this chapter may be construed as contravening any treaty of the United States.
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