A resource for understanding the complexities of ocean and coastal law and policy. It covers the full array of issues involved - from maritime jurisdiction and boundaries to water quality protection to fisheries management and marine mammal protection to offshore energy development and climate change. Each chapter addresses the state of the law.

Providing an excellent and current resource for understanding the complexities of ocean and coastal law and policy, this is a trusted resource that brings together the expertise of the country's leading scholars and practitioners in these fields. Covering the full array of issues involved - from maritime jurisdiction and boundaries to water quality protection to fisheries management and marine mammal protection to offshore energy development and climate change - each chapter addresses the state of the law, followed by analysis of the emerging and unresolved issues. Concluding chapters address the principles, legal authorities, and planning for transitioning to an ecosystem-based management approach to our coastal and ocean areas.