An importer is issued a notice of liquidated damages for the late filing of an entry summary. The importer does not petition for relief, does not request an extension of time to file a petition and does not submit the required payment for cancellation of the liquidated damages, within the prescribed time. The Fines, Penalties, and Forfeiture Officer will ____________. Which ONE of the following correctly fills in the blank found directly above?
A) assess penalties in the amount of 3 times the liquidated damages amount
B) make a demand for payment on surety
C) refer the claim to the Chief, Penalties Branch, Office of Ruling and Regulations, Customs Headquarters
D) refer the claim to the Customs National Finance Center for immediate billing for the liquidated damages assessed amount plus interest
E) refer the claim to the Port Director
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The Answer is: B
Citation: 19 CFR 172.4
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