### Question
How is the term fishing vessel defined?


### Answer
The term **fishing vessel** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 971* as the following:

> any vessel engaged in catching fish or processing or transporting fish loaded on the high seas, or any vessel outfitted for such activities

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 971*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16A-ATLANTIC TUNAS CONVENTION**

