Chapter XIX — DISPOSAL OF THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF PERSONS DECEASED, MISSING, ETC.

Section 173Decision of questions as to ship and service debts and other debts in ship or quarters

Section 173: Decision of questions as to ship and service debts and other debts in ship or quarters

173. Decision of questions as to ship and service debts and other debts in ship or quarters

If in any case doubt or difference arises as to what are the ship or service debts and the debts in ship or quarters of a deceased officer or [sailor] or as to the amount payable in respect thereof, the decision of the prescribed person shall be final and shall be binding on all persons for all purposes.

Amendment notes (1)
  1. Subs . Subs. by Act 53 of 1974, s. 2, for "seaman" (w.e.f. 16-12-74).