Admiralty and Maritime Law

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Session Type: Section Programs

Session Capacity: N/A

Location: Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel

Room: Virginia A

Floor: Lobby Level

The technology for autonomous and remote-controlled ships is already well developed. There are many legal issues raised by the possibility of ships without crews, and it seems likely that the law will lag behind the changes in technology for many years to come. This panel will outline some of the potential legal issues and consider possible solutions.

Business meeting at program conclusion.