An officer or member of the crew of a public vessel may not be subpoenaed in a civil action under this chapter without the consent of-
(1) the Secretary of the department or the head of the independent establishment having control of the vessel at the time the cause of action arose; or
(2) the master or commanding officer of the vessel at the time the subpoena is issued.
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| Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
|---|---|---|
| 31110 | 46 App.:784. | Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 428, §4, |