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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has full authority to assess penalties and liquidated damages claims, seize merchandise for violation of CBP laws or those of other federal agencies that are enforced by CBP, remit forfeitures, mitigate penalties, decide petitions, and cancel claims. Seizures and Penalties include the establishment of National policies and procedures for processing fines, penalties, and forfeiture cases. The processing and disposition of these cases are strictly governed by laws, regulations, and mitigation guidelines designed to afford the claimant the greatest possible due process. The publications within this section provide the public with the information necessary for compliance.
- Petitions for Relief: Seizures, Penalties and Liquidated Damages
Petitions for Relief: Seizures, Penalties and Liquidated Damages - doc versiondoc - 170 KB.

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