Harbors and Navigation Code § 817
CHAPTER 2. Ship Masters and Cargoes
The master of a vessel in case of its capture may engage to pay a ransom for it in money or in part of the cargo, and his engagement will bind the vessel, freightage, and cargo.
CHAPTER 2. Ship Masters and Cargoes
The master of a vessel in case of its capture may engage to pay a ransom for it in money or in part of the cargo, and his engagement will bind the vessel, freightage, and cargo.