What is the maximum fine for a commercial pesticide applicator for FIFRA violations?

What is the maximum fine for a commercial pesticide applicator for FIFRA violations?

• A. $1,000
• B. $25,000
• C. $5,000
• D. $50,000

Answer: (C)

FIFRA penalties are civil penalties the EPA can impose for violations such as improper labeling, misbranding, or using pesticides in ways not allowed by the label. For a commercial pesticide applicator, the maximum civil penalty for a single violation is five thousand dollars. This cap applies per offense, meaning each separate violation can carry up to that amount. In addition to this civil limit, more serious or repeated violations can lead to higher penalties or criminal charges, but the standard civil maximum is five thousand dollars.

FIFRA penalties are civil penalties the EPA can impose for violations such as improper labeling, misbranding, or using pesticides in ways not allowed by the label. For a commercial pesticide applicator, the maximum civil penalty for a single violation is five thousand dollars. This cap applies per offense, meaning each separate violation can carry up to that amount. In addition to this civil limit, more serious or repeated violations can lead to higher penalties or criminal charges, but the standard civil maximum is five thousand dollars.