### Question
How is the term owner defined?


### Answer
The term **owner** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 3507* as the following:

> the owner, charterer, managing operator, master, or other individual in charge of a vessel

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 3507*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Vessels and Seamen > Part B-Inspection and Regulation of Vessels > CHAPTER 35-CARRIAGE OF PASSENGERS**

