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2025 California Code
Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC
DIVISION 4 - MASTERS, CREWS AND CARGOES
CHAPTER 2 - Ship Masters and Cargoes
Section 809.
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CA Harb & Nav Code § 809 (2025)
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809. The master of a vessel shall use great care and diligence in the performance of his duties, and he is responsible for all damage occasioned by his negligence.
(Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.)
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