I was wondering if there a legal provision that allows ship captains who catch modern day pirates to hang them by the yard arm. I say there isn't, but my friend keeps saying there is.
2007-03-12 13:58:26 · 3 answers · asked by USAF, Retired 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Who's going to say anything if the captain fortunate enough to survive an attack by these scumbags, doesn't give them a ride back to port? Its not really an execution if he gives them a chance to 'swim for it', is it?
2007-03-12 16:47:04 · answer #1 · answered by Tough Love 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are generally accepted maritime laws that govern conduct in international waters. These have the effect of being treaties between nations, and guidelines for private individuals.
2007-03-12 14:02:10 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋
I dunno; we'll have to take this up with the FSM!
2007-03-12 14:05:42 · answer #3 · answered by nora22000 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋