Innocent Passage — Territorial Sea — KSLU Pil Notes

Innocent Passage — Territorial Sea

Art 17–19 UNCLOS: Foreign ships have the right to innocent passage through the territorial sea, provided passage is continuous, expeditious, and not prejudicial to peace, good order, or security.

What is NOT innocent?

• Threat or use of force against the coastal State
• Military exercises or weapons practice
• Collecting intelligence against the coastal State
• Submarines must navigate on the surface and show their flag
• Launching or landing aircraft or military devices
• Loading/unloading cargo in violation of customs laws