Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments

Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 266:32: Fraudulent conversion of property by captain of vessel

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A vessel captain who embezzles or fraudulently converts money, goods, or property belonging to the crew, owners, or suppliers is guilty of larceny, regardless of whether he is a joint owner or partner.

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