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Are American cruise ships governed by American laws no matter where it is?

April 26, 2017American cruise Cruise Travel governed Laws ships Travel

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Are American cruise ships governed by American laws no matter where it is?

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Most ships are registered in foreign countries, generally Caribbean countries, and are subject to the laws in those countries. Many American laws still apply, however, even after leaving American waters.