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What are Letters of Marque?

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Define letters of marque?
The English phrase 'letters of marque' means a license to a private citizen to seize property of another nation
Who has the power to issue letters of marque?
Congress
Who grants Letters of Marque?
Congress has the authority to grant letters of Marque under Article 1, Section 8.
What are letters of marque and reprisal?
A search on Answers.com finds the following: "Marque and Reprisal A commission by which the head of a government authorizes a private ship to capture enemy vessels. The authority to do such...
Can States grant letters of marque and reprisal?
No they can not, the United States Constitution specifically forbids states from issuing the letters of marque and reprisal. It is a power reserved for Congress. See Article I section 8 for...