18-U.S.C.-26

§26 – Definition of Seaport

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• Reference: Section 26
• Legend: §26 – Definition of Seaport
• USCode Year: 2013

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As used in this title, the term seaport means all piers, wharves, docks, and similar structures, adjacent to any waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, to which a vessel may be secured, including areas of land, water, or land and water under and in immediate proximity to such structures, buildings on or contiguous to such structures, and the equipment and materials on such structures or in such buildings.

(Added Pub. L. 109–177, title III, §302(c), Mar. 9, 2006, 120 Stat. 233.)

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