Category: Admiralty (Maritime) Law.

What Is Admiralty – Maritime Law?

 

Admiralty law or maritime law is a body of law that governs nautical issues and private maritime disputes. Admiralty law consists of both domestic law on maritime activities and private international law governing the relationships between private parties operating or using ocean-going ships.

 

While each legal jurisdiction usually has its own legislation governing maritime matters, the international nature of the topic and the need for uniformity has, since 1900, led to considerable international maritime law developments, including numerous multilateral treaties.

 

Admiralty law may be distinguished from the Law of the Sea, which is a body of public international law dealing with navigational rights, mineral rights, jurisdiction over coastal waters, and the maritime relationships between nations.

 

The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea has been adopted by 167 countries and the European Union, and disputes are resolved at the ITLOS tribunal in Hamburg.

 

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Skippers License in SA: Study Material and Preparation Tips (2023)

Obtaining a Skippers License in South Africa requires passing a theoretical and practical examination administered by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). To pass this exam, you’ll need to study the SAMSA Skipper’s License study material, practice with sample...

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How to Get a Skippers License in SA: Requirements and Steps (2023)

If you’re interested in boating in South Africa, obtaining a skipper’s license is an important step towards safely and legally operating a vessel. Whether you’re planning to use a boat for fishing, recreation, or transportation, a skipper’s license shows that...

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What are the Different Fields of Law?

If you’ve ever studied law or taken an in-depth look at the legal system, you’ve probably recognised a problem that’s been plaguing scholars and experts for years – There’s just too much for one person to handle. Some people dedicate...

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What are Human Rights?

Throughout human history, few civilizations have seriously considered the idea of universal human rights. For many centuries it was widely believed that thanks to their race, birth, citizenship, etc… some individuals were granted certain rights while others were not. This...

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How is Bail Determined and Set?

There are many ways in which a person may describe the legal system. Not all of those are flattering but you’ll be hard-pressed to find someone who refers to it as ‘quick and painless.’ If you find yourself accused of...

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What is the Law on Drones in South Africa?

Every now and then, you encounter some new gadget that really makes you feel like you’re living in the future. For many people, drones truly encapsulate this feeling. Whether they’re whizzing through the air getting innovative camera angles or carrying...