Cap. 13 Art. 293Where freighter loads forbidden goods, etc.

If, without the knowledge or concurrence of the person letting the vessel or of the master, the freighter or the shipper loads goods the importation or exportation of which is prohibited, or, by any other unlawful act during the time of loading or unloading, causes injury to the vessel or to other interested parties, he is bound to make good any damages, and, even though the goods are confiscated, to pay the full freight, and to contribute towards general average, if any.