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International Law
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11/16/2009
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MARPOL
 Definition
Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships. 1973. Deals with pollution generated from ships other than dumping. Manages garbage and emissions from ships.
Term
London Convention
 Definition

Convention that addresses pollution in the seas. Outlined three provisions:

(1) Black List - (mercury) items that cannot be dumped into the sea.

(2) Grey Lists - (pesticides) substances that can be dumped with a special permit issued by one of the parties to the convention.

(3) Substances that can be dumped with a general permit issued by one of the parties to the convention.
Term
LOSC Article 3
 Definition
Establishes the territorial sea at 12 nautical miles.
Term
Bellinger's Reasons Why the US should signe the LOSC.
 Definition
(1) Ensure navigational rights for military purposes.
(2) Codify US rights to resources in the ocean.
(3) Establishes legal framework for the protection of wildlife and from pollution.
(4) Allows the US to have a seat at important regulatory boards.
(5) Customary law can change with state practice. Signing the treaty ensures set standard of laws.
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