Which of the Following Is Not True About the Guidelines

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true about the guidelines for sentencing environmental wrongdoers set by the U.S.Sentencing Commission in the event of a violation?

• A) The penalties reflect the severity of the offense and the company's demonstrated environmental commitment.
• B) Businesses having an active compliance program would receive lighter sentences.
• C) Businesses having no active compliance program would be granted an extension to develop a program.
• D) Businesses that promptly assisted any victims would receive lighter sentences.