### Question
How does the law define fishing vessel?


### Answer
Under *16 U.S.C. § 7701*, **fishing vessel** is defined as:

> any vessel used or intended for use for the purpose of engaging in fishing activities, including a processing vessel, a support ship, a carrier vessel, or any other vessel directly engaged in such fishing activities

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 7701*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 96-NORTH PACIFIC FISHERIES CONVENTION**

