DIVISION 3. VESSELS 399-786›CHAPTER 2. Civil Actions and Liens 450-509›ARTICLE 3. Actions Against Vessels 490-497
§ 495
California Harbors and Navigation Code · 2018-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California
In any action brought pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, the complaint shall designate the vessel by name, and shall be verified by the oath of the plaintiff, or someone on his behalf.
The summons and copy of the complaint shall be served on the owners if they can be found; otherwise, they may be served on the master, mate, or person having charge of the vessel.
(Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1341.)
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