§327.21. Definitions.

46 C.F.R. § 327.21

The following definitions apply to this subpart:

(a)

Accrual date. The day on which the alleged wrongful act or omission results in injury or damage for which a claim is made.

(b)

Claim. A written notification of an incident, signed by the claimant, describing the incident, and explaining why the United States is liable.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 46 U.S.C. chapters 301-309, 49 CFR 1.93(b).

Source: 91 FR 34164, June 5, 2026, unless otherwise noted.