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U.S. Code as of:
01/19/04
Section 462. Reporting of violations; notice; opportunity to present views
Before any violation of this chapter is reported by the Secretary
to any United States attorney for institution of a criminal
proceeding, the person against whom such proceeding is contemplated
shall be given reasonable notice of the alleged violation and
opportunity to present his views orally or in writing with regard
to such contemplated proceeding. Nothing in this chapter shall be
construed as requiring the Secretary to report for criminal
prosecution violations of this chapter whenever he believes that
the public interest will be adequately served and compliance with
the chapter obtained by a suitable written notice or warning.
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