§ 76‑51.  Pay of pilots when detained by vessel.

Every master of a vessel who shall detain a pilot at the time appointed, so that he cannot proceed to sea, though wind and weather should permit, shall pay to such pilot three dollars ($3.00) per day during the time of his actual detention. (1858‑9, c. 23, s. 7; Code, s. 3495; Rev., s. 4979; C.S., s. 6992.)