This brief report from the Environmental Investigation Agency aims to clear up a number of misconceptions that emerged after the Lacey Act plant amendments were passed. It discusses such subjects as how to practice due care, the role of supply chain documentation, and the interactions between certification programs and legal liability under the Lacey Act.
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01/26/2009
The U.S. Lacey Act: Frequently Asked Questions about the World's First Ban on Illegal Wood
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This guide to the Lacey Act from the Environmental Investigation Agency describes the provisions of the Act in 14 frequently asked questions, ranging from "What is 'illegal' under the Lacey Act?" to "What constitutes a 'plant'?" The report also contains a very useful chart diagramming the schedule of penalties for violations of the Act.