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New York Consolidated Laws, Navigation Law - NAV § 139-b. Defacing marks upon wrecked property

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

A person who defaces or obliterates the marks upon wrecked property, or in any manner disguises the appearance thereof, with intent to prevent the owner from discovering its identity, or who destroys or suppresses any invoice, bill of lading or other document tending to show the ownership thereof, is guilty of a misdemeanor.

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