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Customs Invites Reports of Jones Act Violations
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November 18, 2014
The United States restricts its domestic maritime trade to qualified U.S.-flag vessels under what is generally referred to as the “Jones Act.” Violations of the Jones Act by foreign vessels or non-qualified U.S.-flag vessels are subject to a potential array of penalties and fines. On November 12, 2014, the New Orleans, Louisiana office of Customs and Border Protection issued a notice inviting “e-Allegations” to report possible violations of the Jones Act. Presumably, the New Orleans office is focused on offshore violations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. As indicated in the notice, “e-Allegations” is “an electronic system used for receiving and tracking of Trade violations.” “E-Allegations” can be submitted anonymously.
This entry has been created for information and planning purposes. It is not intended to be, nor should it be substituted for, legal advice, which turns on specific facts.