U.S. Constitution, Article I — The Legislative Branch, Section 8, Clause 11
To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water;
Notes
Allows Congress to declare war, grant letters of marque and reprisal, and make rules concerning captures on land and water. The clause places the decision to declare war with Congress, along with authority over private commissions to attack enemy ships and the rules for captured property.
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