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Legal Terms - Barratry
Barratry is defined as any intentional act made by the captain or crew of a ship that causes harm or damage to the ship's owner or charterer. Examples of illicit activities include deliberately sinking the ship and misappropriating the cargo. Unlawful acts (such as transporting forbidden items)
Actions committed by individuals that result in the loss of a ship are also considered barratry.
Barratry is a peril that is included in maritime insurance plans. 2. The previous common-law offense (eliminated by the Criminal Law Act 1967) of consistently provoking or encouraging conflicts in the legal system.
Barratry is defined as any intentional act made by the captain or crew of a ship that causes harm or damage to the ship's owner or charterer. Examples of illicit activities include deliberately sinking the ship and misappropriating the cargo. Unlawful acts (such as transporting forbidden items)
Actions committed by individuals that result in the loss of a ship are also considered barratry.
Barratry is a peril that is included in maritime insurance plans. 2. The previous common-law offense (eliminated by the Criminal Law Act 1967) of consistently provoking or encouraging conflicts in the legal system.
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