Harbors and Navigation Code section 875

A mate or seaman who deserts his vessel without cause, or who is justifiably discharged by the master during the voyage for misconduct, or for a theft of any part of the cargo or appurtenances of the vessel, or for a wilful injury thereto or to the vessel, forfeits all wages due for the voyage.

Source: Section 875, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HNC§ionNum=875. (accessed Jun. 2, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

§ 875’s source at ca.gov

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Original Source: Section 875, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HNC§ionNum=875. (last accessed May 12, 2025).