Section 160

Disputes as to the amount of salvage, whether of life or property and whether rendered within or without

Brunei, arising between the salvor and the owners of any vessel, cargo, apparel or wreck shall, if not settled by agree-ment, arbitration or otherwise, be determined by a Court of a Magistrate in any case where -

Subject as aforesaid, disputes as to salvage shall be determined by the High Court, but if the claimant does not recover in the High Court more than $10,000, he shall not be entitled to recover any costs, charges or expenses incurred by him in the prosecution of his claim unless such court certifies that the case is a fit one to be tried by the High

Court.

Disputes relating to salvage may be determined on the application either of the salvor or of the owner of the property saved or of their respective agents.