GEOFinal Rule
Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment
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Summary
This regulation updates the dollar amounts of fines that the GEO agency can impose for violations, adjusting them for inflation so penalties keep pace with rising costs. This ensures that financial penalties for breaking rules remain meaningful and effective deterrents over time.
Key Points
- 1The GEO agency increased the maximum fines it can issue for violations to account for inflation since the last adjustment
- 2Higher penalty amounts help ensure that fines actually discourage people and organizations from breaking the rules
- 3Companies and individuals who violate GEO regulations may face larger financial penalties going forward
- 4This is a routine adjustment required by federal law to keep penalties aligned with the current value of money
- 5The new penalty amounts became effective on January 15, 2025
Key Dates
Published
January 15, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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