
      (a) The district courts of the United States have jurisdiction to
    enjoin the negligent operation of vessels prohibited by this
    chapter on the petition of the Attorney General for the United
    States Government.
      (b) When practicable, the Secretary shall - 
        (1) give notice to any person against whom an action for
      injunctive relief is considered under this section an opportunity
      to present that person's views; and
        (2) except for a knowing and willful violation, give the person
      a reasonable opportunity to achieve compliance.
      (c) The failure to give notice and opportunity to present views
    under subsection (b) of this section does not preclude the court
    from granting appropriate relief.

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      Section 2305 provides injunctive authority to enjoin the
    negligent operation of vessels. This authority can also be used to
    enjoin the operation of foreign or domestic vessels on our waters
    when they are unsuitable for the voyage intended.

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