### Question
How does the law define carrier?


### Answer
Under *46 U.S.C. § 30701*, **carrier** is defined as:

> the owner, manager, charterer, agent, or master of a vessel

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 30701*
  - Heading: **Subtitle III-Maritime Liability > CHAPTER 307-LIABILITY OF WATER CARRIERS**

