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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 2Pt. 4Ch. 4Art. 2§ 1173 Ship Transfer Recording Rules

§ 1173 Ship Transfer Recording Rules

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§ 1173 Ship Transfer Recording Rules

This law says that when a ship owned by the United States is sold or transferred, the way it is recorded is set by federal laws passed by Congress.

Key Takeaways

  • •Ship transfers must follow the recording rules set by Congress.
  • •The government keeps an official record of who owns each U.S. ship.
  • •These rules apply to all ships registered under U.S. law.

Example

When someone sells a U.S.-registered fishing boat to another person, the sale must be entered into an official government list just like a car title is filed with the DMV.

The new owner's name is added to the ship registry, and the old owner's name is removed, following the rules Congress set for how ship transfers are recorded.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1173 Ship Transfer Recording Rules

The mode of recording transfers of ships registered under the laws of the United States is regulated by Acts of Congress. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

transfers of shipsActs of Congress

Related Statutes

  • § 1169 Recording Real Property Instruments
  • § 1170 Instrument Recording Requirements
  • § 1171 Grant And Mortgage Records
  • § 1172 County Recorder Duties
  • § 1917.020 Shared Appreciation Loan Terms

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1173.
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