You can. If he is in US waters, he has to obey US law.
If not, that ship cannot come back into US waters. They may not be able to seize a
boat if it is not in US waters, but if it comes back, they can.
No shipping company, nor the Pilot Association wants to fight a court battle for a few
thousand dollars of damage.
He has the right of way, but he is still responsible for any damage he causes.
He cannot run at speeds that will cause damage, unless he is in danger.
Every boat is responsible for any damage they cause. No matter if it is not US flagged.
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