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Title 18 of the United States Code: Section 2339C

Definition of Terms and Civil Penalties for Terrorism-Related Offenses

The United States Code, Title 18, Section 2339C defines certain terms related to terrorism and provides for civil penalties in addition to any other liability or penalty.

Definition of Key Terms

  • Act of Terrorism: [Insert definition from Section 2339C]
  • International Terrorist Act: [Insert definition from Section 2339C]
  • Person: [Insert definition from Section 2339C]
  • Other key terms defined in this section

This section references the following international conventions:

  • Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Maritime Navigation
  • International Convention for the Suppression of Terrorist Bombings

Any legal entity located in or organized under the laws of the United States can be liable to the US government for at least $10,000 if a person responsible for management or control of that entity commits an offense related to terrorism.

Important Notes:

  • This section provides for civil penalties in addition to any other liability or penalty.
  • The specific definitions and international conventions referenced in this section are crucial for understanding the scope of terrorism-related offenses.