NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD Transportation Safety and the Law Symposium

7/14/2000


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NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD Transportation Safety and the Law Symposium

CANAL BARGE COMPANY, INC.

The Problem

Strict Criminal Liability

Negative Effect on Safety

OPA 90

OPA 90’s Impact

“Catch - 22”

Strict Criminal Liability

USCG Commandant’s Instruction

The Dilemma

“Chilling Effect”

Coast Guard Position

Growing Pressure to Prosecute

The Threat of Criminal Liability

Negative Effect on Safety

The New Paradigm

Criminal Liability Action Plan

CBC’s Response Plan

Questions Remain ...

The Threat of Criminal Liability

Conclusion

Author: CMccurdy

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