Harbors and Navigation Code § 493
ARTICLE 3. Actions Against Vessels
The mate and seamen of a vessel have a general lien, independent of possession, upon the vessel and freightage, for their wages, which is superior to every other lien.
ARTICLE 3. Actions Against Vessels
The mate and seamen of a vessel have a general lien, independent of possession, upon the vessel and freightage, for their wages, which is superior to every other lien.