46 U.S.C. § 41301 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 46. Shipping § 41301. Complaints

(a) In general.--A person may file with the Federal Maritime Commission a sworn complaint alleging a violation of this part, except section 41307(b)(1). If the complaint is filed within 3 years after the claim accrues, the complainant may seek reparations for an injury to the complainant caused by the violation.

(b) Notice and response.--The Commission shall provide a copy of the complaint to the person named in the complaint. Within a reasonable time specified by the Commission, the person shall satisfy the complaint or answer it in writing.

(c) If complaint not satisfied.--If the complaint is not satisfied, the Commission shall investigate the complaint in an appropriate manner and make an appropriate order.