CFR > Title 18 - Conservation of Power and Water Resources > CHAPTER I—FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY > SUBCHAPTER X—PROCEDURAL RULES (parts 385 to 391) > PART 385—RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE > SUBPART O—Procedures for the Assessment of Civil Penalties Under Section 31 of the Federal Power Act (§385.1501 to §385.1511) > 385.1505—Determination of proposed penalty amount (Rule 1505).

385.1505—Determination of proposed penalty amount (Rule 1505).

(a) In determining the amount of a proposed penalty, the Commission will consider the nature and seriousness of the violation, and the efforts of the licensee, exemptee, permittee or one who should possess appropriate authority but does not, to remedy the violation in a timely manner.
(b) In making its determination under paragraph (a), the Commission will consider the following factors:
(1) Whether the person had actual knowledge of the violation;
(2) Whether the person had constructive knowledge of the violation deemed to be possessed by a reasonable individual acting under similar circumstances;
(3) Whether the person has a history of previous violations;
(4) Whether the violation caused loss of life or injury to persons;
(5) Whether economic benefits were derived because of the violation;
(6) Whether the violation caused damage to property or the environment;
(7) Whether the violation endangered persons, property or the environment;
(8) Whether there were timely remedial efforts;
(9) Whether there were untimely remedial efforts;
(10) Whether there were no remedial efforts; and
(11) Whether there are any other pertinent considerations.