46 C.F.R. § 221.63 Investigation.
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(a) When the Vessel Transfer Office obtains information that a Person may have violated a statute or regulation for which a civil penalty may be assessed under this subpart, that Officer may investigate the matter and decide whether there is sufficient evidence to establish a prima facie case that a violation occurred. (b) If that Officer decides there is a prima facie case, then that Officer may enter into a stipulation with the Party in accordance with §221.67 of this subpart, or may refer the matter directly to a Hearing Officer for procedures in accordance with §221.73 to 221.89 of this subpart.
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PART 221—REGULATED TRANSACTIONS INVOLVING DOCUMENTED VESSELS AND OTHER MARITIME INTERESTS
Subpart E—Civil Penalties
§ 221.63 Investigation.
