maritime lien

A lien on a vessel, given to secure the claim of a creditor who provided maritime services to the vessel or who suffered an injury from the vessel’s use.

— Also termed tacit hypothecation. [Cases: Maritime Liens 1. C.J.S. Maritime Liens §§ 2–3, 7, 13, 16.]

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