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The Law Of Vessel Groundings In The Bahamas: A Comparative Analysis With Recommendations For Satutory Reform
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2014
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Alternative Title:A Report to the Bahamas National Trust
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Description:Vessel groundings pose a serious environmental risk with high costs for restoration and rehabilitation. The Bahamas currently does not have any laws addressing incidents of vessel groundings within their jurisdiction. This paper first addresses the hazards of vessel groundings present to natural resources. Then, it discusses the legal framework of the Bahamas. Next, it provides a comparative of vessel groundings laws from other countries. This paper concludes with recommendations and specific suggested elements for a vessel grounding statute.
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Sea Grant Document Number:FLSGP-T-14-002
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Rights Information:Public Domain
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