Federal Maritime Lien Act: Federal legislation governing maritime liens, which are claims against vessels for unpaid goods or services
Ship Mortgage Act: Federal law regulating the creation, perfection, and enforcement of maritime mortgages on vessels
Maritime Commercial Instruments and Liens: Chapter 313 of Title 46 U.S.C., covering maritime liens, vessel mortgages, and related commercial instruments
Vessel Documentation Act: Federal legislation governing the documentation of vessels under U.S. flag and related ownership requirements
Jones Act: Legislation requiring vessels engaged in coastwise trade to be U.S.-built, owned, and crewed
U.S. Coast Guard Documentation: Federal requirements for vessel documentation, including registration and safety certificates
State Registration Requirements: State-specific vessel registration and documentation requirements, varying by jurisdiction
MARAD Requirements: Maritime Administration regulations governing vessel ownership and transfer
Coast Guard Safety Regulations: Federal safety standards and requirements for vessels operating in U.S. waters
EPA Requirements: Environmental Protection Agency regulations governing vessel emissions and environmental compliance
MARPOL Convention: International convention for preventing marine pollution from ships, applicable to international vessel sales
Uniform Commercial Code: Article 2 governing sales of goods, including vessel sales, as adopted by individual states
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract laws governing formation, enforcement, and interpretation of sales agreements
Federal Admiralty Law: Body of federal maritime law governing vessels and maritime commerce
Title Transfer Requirements: Legal requirements for properly transferring vessel ownership and documentation
Vessel Mortgage and Lien Requirements: Regulations governing the creation and release of mortgages and liens on vessels
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for vessel ownership and transfer
Warranty Provisions: Legal requirements and standard practices for vessel warranties and disclaimers
Tax Implications: Federal and state tax considerations for vessel sales, including sales tax and duty requirements
Export/Import Regulations: Federal regulations governing international vessel sales, including export controls and customs requirements
