32 CFR · National Defense
§ 767.16 — Civil penalties for violations of Act or permit conditions.
32 CFR § 767.16
TitleTitle 32: National DefensePartPart 767: Guidelines for Permitting Archaeological Investigations and Other Activities Directed at Sunken Military Craft and Terrestrial Military Craft Under the Jurisdiction of the Department of the Navy
SourceeCFR (current through Mar 9, 2026)
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§ 767.16 Civil penalties for violations of Act or permit conditions.
(a)In general. Any person who violates the SMCA, or any regulation or permit issued thereunder, shall be liable to the United States for a civil penalty.
(b)Assessment and amount. The Secretary may assess a civil penalty under this section of not more than $100,000 for each violation.
(c)Continuing violations. Each day of a continuing violation of the SMCA or these regulations or any permit issued hereunder constitutes a separate violation.
(d)In rem liability. A vessel used to violate the SMCA shall be liable in rem for a penalty for such violation.
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