§ 30703. Bills of lading
§ 30703.
Bills of lading
(a)
Issuance.—
On demand of a shipper, the carrier shall issue a bill of lading or shipping document.
(b)
Contents.—
The bill of lading or shipping document shall include a statement of—
(1)
the marks necessary to identify the goods;
(2)
the number of packages, or the quantity or weight, and whether it is carrier’s or shipper’s weight; and
(3)
the apparent condition of the goods.
(c)
Prima Facie Evidence of Receipt.—
A bill of lading or shipping document issued under this section is prima facie evidence of receipt of the goods described.