### Question
How does SOUTH PACIFIC TUNA FISHING define fishing vessel” or “vessel?


### Answer
Under *16 U.S.C. § 973*, **fishing vessel” or “vessel** is defined as:

> any boat, ship, or other craft which is used for, equipped to be used for, or of a type normally used for commercial fishing, and which is documented under the laws of the United States

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 973*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16C-SOUTH PACIFIC TUNA FISHING**

