Territorial seas extend 12 miles from the coast and were established by the Law of the Sea Treaty.

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The Law of the Sea Treaty established the concept of the territorial sea, which extends 12 nautical miles (22.2 kilometers) from the baseline (usually the low-water line) of a coastal state. This means that any foreign vessel entering this zone must comply with the laws and regulations of the coastal state.

Territorial Seas Extend 12 Miles from the Coast and Were