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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 40 - Protection of Environment |
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Chapter I - Environmental Protection Agency |
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SubChapter J - Superfund, Emergency Planning, and Community Right-to-Know Programs |
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Part 355 - Emergency Planning and Notification |
§ 355.50 - Penalties.
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Civil penalties. Any person who fails to comply with the requirements of § 355.40 shall be subject to civil penalties of up to $25,000 for each violation in accordance with section 325(b)(1) of the Act.(b)
Civil penalties for continuing violations. Any person who fails to comply with the requirements of § 355.40 shall be subject to civil penalties of up to $25,000 for each day during which the violation continues, in accordance with section 325(b)(2) of the Act. In the case of a second or subsequent violation, any such person may be subject to civil penalties of up to $75,000 for each day the violation continues, in accordance with section 325(b)(2) of the Act.(c)
Criminal penalties. Any person who knowingly and willfully fails to provide notice in accordance with § 355.40 shall, upon conviction, be fined not more than $25,000 or imprisoned for not more than two (2) years, or both (or, in the case of a second or subsequent conviction, shall be fined not more than $50,000 or imprisoned for not more than five (5) years, or both) in accordance with section 325(b)(4) of the Act.