BOEM will develop a case file during its investigation of the violation, and forward it to a Reviewing Officer if any of the conditions in §550.1404 exist. The Reviewing Officer will review the case file and determine if a civil penalty is appropriate. The Reviewing Officer may administer oaths and issue subpoenas requiring witnesses to attend meetings, submit depositions, or produce evidence.


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