31 Jul 2025
⚖️EPA Guidance on Criminal Enforcement Referrals Explained
Guidance on Referrals for Potential Criminal Enforcement
Summary
This notice describes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) plans to address regulatory offenses that give rise to criminal liability under the recent executive order on Fighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations.
Agencies
- Environmental Protection Agency
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The guidance outlines the EPA's plans for addressing regulatory offenses leading to criminal liability, impacting businesses' compliance responsibilities with environmental regulations and influencing potential penalties. Businesses must stay informed to avoid violations that could result in serious legal repercussions.