Clean Air Act - Enforcement Provisions

The video tutorial explains the different types of actions the EPA can take against violators of the Clean Air Act. It covers administrative actions like issuing fines and orders, civil actions including seeking damages and statutory penalties, and criminal actions in collaboration with the Department of Justice. The tutorial also discusses penalties for corporations that knowingly or negligently endanger the public with emission violations.

What type of actions can the EPA take on the administrative side?

• Provide tax incentives

• Seek judicial orders

• Issue cease and desist orders

• Imprison violators

What can the EPA seek in civil actions besides judicial orders?

• Tax reductions

• Community service

• Damages for pollution

• Criminal charges

What is the maximum statutory damage per day for violating emission standards?

• $10,000

• $100,000

• $50,000

• $25,000

What is the maximum fine for a corporation that knowingly endangers the public?

• $250,000

• $750,000

• $500,000

• $1,000,000

What is the potential jail time for criminal violations of the Clean Air Acts?

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years