Admiralty Law

How does admiralty law work?

Admiralty law is adjudicated in national courts.
In most developed countries, maritime law is an independent jurisdiction from national laws.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) develops new agreements and keeps existing international maritime conventions up to date.

What is the Law of the Sea?

The Law of the Sea is a body of public international law that regulates maritime relationships between nations.
The Law of the Sea governs navigational rights, mineral rights, and jurisdiction over coastal waters.

Related legislation in India

The Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Act, 2017 consolidates laws related to admiralty jurisdiction, legal proceedings, and arrest of ships.