46 U.S.C.
United States Code, 2024 Edition
Title 46 - SHIPPING
Subtitle III - Maritime Liability
CHAPTER 303 - DEATH ON THE HIGH SEAS
Sec. 30304 - Contributory negligence
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§30304. Contributory negligence

In an action under this chapter, contributory negligence of the decedent is not a bar to recovery. The court shall consider the degree of negligence of the decedent and reduce the recovery accordingly.

(Pub. L. 109–304, §6(c), Oct. 6, 2006, 120 Stat. 1511.)

Historical and Revision Notes
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Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)
30304 46 App.:766. Mar. 30, 1920, ch. 111, §6, 41 Stat. 537.