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The Force of Law: Enforcing Environmental Regulations
The Environmental Protection Agency is charged with ensuring compliance with the provisions and intent of the law, but it is the states that are often on the front lines of enforcement. Local police departments are the first responders. A conglomera...
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The Force of Law: A Case of Malicious Conduct
Vince Sato of the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, Environment Protection Section, recounts a case of intentional malicious conduct by a business, which was commonplace several decades ago.
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The Force of Law: The Long Arm of Environmental Law
The challenge of maintaining environmental integrity has gone beyond regional and national concerns; it is an international challenge. Consistent environmental policies and enforcement are necessary at an international level.