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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a) Representation.--A person may represent, by marking or otherwise, that--
(1) a package, component of a package, or packaging for transporting hazardous material is safe, certified, or complies with this chapter only if the package, component of a package, or packaging meets the requirements of each applicable regulation prescribed under this chapter; or
(2) hazardous material is present in a package, container, motor vehicle, rail freight car, aircraft, or vessel only if the material is present.
(b) Tampering.--No person may alter, remove, destroy, or otherwise tamper unlawfully with--
(1) a marking, label, placard, or description on a document required under this chapter or a regulation prescribed under this chapter; or
(2) a package, component of a package, or packaging, container, motor vehicle, rail freight car, aircraft, or vessel used to transport hazardous material.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 49 U.S.C. § 5104 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 49. Transportation § 5104. Representation and tampering - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-49-transportation/49-usc-sect-5104/
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