CFR > Title 10 - Energy > CHAPTER III—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY > PART 820—PROCEDURAL RULES FOR DOE NUCLEAR ACTIVITIES > SUBPART F—Criminal Penalties (§820.70 to §820.72) > 820.72—Referral to the Attorney General.

820.72—Referral to the Attorney General.

If there is reason to believe a criminal violation of the Act or the DOE Nuclear Safety Requirements has occurred, DOE may refer the matter to the Attorney General of the United States for investigation or prosecution.