# 33 C.F.R. § 25.105 (2026): Definitions

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## Section

- **Citation:** 33 C.F.R. § 25.105 (2026)
- **Heading:** Definitions
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 33 CFR: Navigation and Navigable Waters / Chapter I: COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY / Part 25: CLAIMS / Subpart A: General / § 25.105: § 25.105   Definitions.

## Text

Accrual date.
The day on which the alleged wrongful act or omission results in injury or damage for which a claim is made or when the claimant discovers, or in the exercise of reasonable diligence should have discovered, the alleged wrongful act or omission.
Claim.
A written notification of an incident accompanied by demand for the payment of a sum certain of money, other than for ordinary obligations incurred for services, supplies, or equipment.
Settle.
To consider, ascertain, adjust, determine, compromise (when specifically authorized by law), and dispose of a claim by disapproval or approval, in whole or in part.
Settlement authority.
A person authorized to settle a claim.
[CGD 80-033, 46 FR 27109, May 18, 1981; 46 FR 29933, June 4, 1981]

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