January 10, 2003    

Effective as of October 2002 the new Administrative Monetary Penalty System in regards to penalties for various Customs infractions.                  

 
Of particular concern to our Clients are the penalties to be imposed for NAFTA Certificates. (Under Section 35.1, Sub.1, Customs Act;) 
 
The penalty for an Importer/Owner who fails to furnish proof of origin upon request
 
$500 penalty for the first offence
$2500 penalty for the second
$5000 for the third and 
$25000 for the fourth and subsequent offence. 
 
The penalty for an Importer/Owner who fails to have a Certificate of Origin in the person’s possession when claiming preferential tariff treatment as prescribed
 
$1000 for the first offence
$5000 for the second
$10000 for the third and 
$25000 for the fourth and subsequent offence.
 
For more information please contact Rich Will by phone at 519-258-3141 extension 227