PUBLIC RECORD GUIDE
Admiralty Records Guide
When a dispute is in admiralty, and where those dockets live.
Where to look
- PACER (admiralty nature-of-suit) — Federal admiralty and maritime cases. https://pacer.uscourts.gov
- Vessel documentation — USCG documentation is a public record. https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Prevention-Policy-CG-5P/Inspections-Compliance-CG-5PC-/National-Vessel-Documentation-Center/
Steps
- Confirm the caption and nature-of-suit code.
- Do not assume every boat case is admiralty.
- Keep hull ID and official number with the file.
Questions
Is this a charging document?
No. It is a records guide.
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