§ 1135 Ship Interest Transfer Rules

Civil Code·California

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This law says that to give away a share in a ship, it must happen by law, by a written document signed by the owner or their agent.

Key Takeaways

•Ownership of a ship can only move by law or a signed written document.
•The person transferring must sign, or use an authorized agent.
•Simple verbal agreement is not enough.

Example

A person wants to sell their ownership of a fishing boat to a friend.

They must fill out a written paper, sign it, and either have the friend sign as agent or follow the legal process; just handing over the boat without paperwork won't transfer the legal interest.

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§ 1135 Ship Interest Transfer Rules

An interest in a ship can be transferred only by operation of law, or by written instrument, subscribed by the person making the transfer, or by his agent. (Amended by Stats. 1931, Ch. 1070.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

interest in a ship operation of law written instrument subscribed

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1135.

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