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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a CBP prior disclosure and when should I file one?
- A CBP prior disclosure under 19 USC § 1592(c)(4) is a voluntary report to U.S. Customs and Border Protection about violations you discovered in your import transactions. Filing a prior disclosure BEFORE CBP discovers the violation caps penalties at the actual loss of duties (rather than the gross value of merchandise) and can reduce penalties by 75% or more. You should file immediately upon discovering any classification errors, valuation issues, country of origin problems, or other import violations.
- How much can a prior disclosure reduce my CBP penalties?
- A properly filed prior disclosure can reduce penalties from potentially millions of dollars to just the loss of revenue plus interest. Without prior disclosure, CBP can assess penalties up to the domestic value of merchandise (potentially 100%+ of shipment value). With prior disclosure, penalties are capped at the actual loss of duties, and CBP typically assesses only interest on unpaid duties. Our Burbank clients have saved 75-95% in potential penalties through strategic prior disclosure filings.
- What is the deadline to file a prior disclosure with CBP?
- You must file a prior disclosure BEFORE CBP initiates an investigation or issues a Pre-Penalty Notice (CF-29). Once CBP contacts you about the violation, it is too late for prior disclosure protection. This is why immediate action is critical when you discover import errors. Serving Burbank and the greater Los Angeles area, we can prepare and file emergency prior disclosures within 24-48 hours when necessary.
- Do I need an attorney to file a CBP prior disclosure?
- While not legally required, having an experienced prior disclosure attorney is strongly recommended. Prior disclosures must follow strict formatting and substantive requirements. Errors in the disclosure can waive your rights or provide CBP with evidence against you. Our Burbank prior disclosure attorneys have filed hundreds of successful disclosures and know how to present your case to minimize penalties while protecting your legal rights.
- What information is required in a prior disclosure filing?
- A complete prior disclosure must include: (1) identification of responsible parties, (2) nature and extent of the violations, (3) affected entry numbers and time period, (4) calculation of actual loss of duties/revenue, (5) tender of duties owed plus interest, and (6) statement of how violations occurred. Our Burbank team handles all aspects including duty calculations, legal analysis, and negotiation with CBP Fines, Penalties & Forfeitures officers.
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Trembach Law Firm, APC
27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 514-7680
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