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Navigation Act 1912
6BDesertion
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6B Desertion
For the purposes of this Act, a seaman has deserted from his or her ship: (a) if the seaman is absent from his or her ship with the intention of not returning to the ship; or (b) if the seaman is absent from his or her ship for a continuous period exceeding 48 hours without leave, lawful cause or reasonable excuse.