Misuse of funds
Any person who knowingly misapplies the proceeds of a loan or other cash benefit obtained under this chapter shall be fined an amount equal to one and one-half times the misapplied amount of the proceeds or cash benefit.
Civil enforcement
Whenever it appears that any person has violated or is about to violate any provision of this chapter, including any civil penalty imposed under this chapter, the Attorney General may bring a civil action for such relief as may be appropriate. Such action may be brought in an appropriate United States district court.
Referral to Attorney General
The President shall expeditiously refer to the Attorney General for appropriate action any evidence developed in the performance of functions under this chapter that may warrant consideration for criminal prosecution.
Civil penalty
Any individual who knowingly violates any order or regulation issued under this chapter shall be subject to a civil penalty of not more than $5,000 for each violation.
Pub. L. 93–288, title III, § 314Pub. L. 100–707, title I, § 105(k)102 Stat. 4694(, as added , , .)
Editorial Notes
References in Text
Pub. L. 93–28888 Stat. 143section 5121 of this titleThis chapter, referred to in text, was in the original “this Act”, meaning , , . For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under and Tables.
Prior Provisions
Pub. L. 93–288, title III, § 31788 Stat. 152Pub. L. 100–707, § 105(k)A prior section 5157, , , , related to criminal and civil penalties, prior to repeal by .
section 314 of Pub. L. 93–288section 5154 of this titlePub. L. 100–707A prior was classified to prior to repeal by .