The American Consul has asked the Master of a vessel bound for a port in the U.S. to transport a destitute seaman back to the U.S. Which action may the Master take?

A
He must always take the seaman.
B
He is required to accept the seaman only if the seaman is medically unfit.
C
He may refuse the seaman if the seaman has a contagious disease.
D
He may refuse to take the seaman if he is being held by shore authorities.
E