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NAVIGATION ACT 1912 - SECT 6B

Desertion

                   For the purposes of this Act, a seaman has deserted from his or her ship:

                     (a)  if the seaman is absent from his or her ship with the intention of not returning to the ship; or

                     (b)  if the seaman is absent from his or her ship for a continuous period exceeding 48 hours without leave, lawful cause or reasonable excuse.



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