mechanic's maritime lien

mechanic's maritime lien
A lien for repairs made upon a vessel provided by the Federal Maritime Lien Act of 1910, re-enacted in 1920, which superseded state legislation upon the same subject. 46 USC §§ 971 et seq.; 48 Am J1st Ship § 555. See materialman's maritime lien.

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