Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 12.109 — Seizure And Forfeiture
19 C.F.R. § 12.109
(a) Whenever any pre-Columbian monumental or architectural sculpture or mural listed in § 12.105 is detained in accordance with § 12.108 and the importer states in writing that he will not attempt to secure the certificate or evidence required, or such certificate or evidence is not presented to the port director prior to the expiration of the time provided in § 12.108, the sculpture or mural shall be seized and summarily forfeited to the United States in accordance with part 162 of this chapter.
(b) Any pre-Columbian monumental or architectural sculpture or mural which is forfeited to the United States shall in accordance with the provisions of Title II of Pub. L. 92-587, 19 U.S.C. 2093(b):
(1) First be offered for return to the country of origin, and shall be returned if that country presents a request in writing for the return of the article and agrees to bear all expenses incurred incident to such return; or
(2) If not returned to the country of origin, be disposed of in accordance with law, pursuant to the provisions of section 609, Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1609), and § 162.46 of this chapter.
Authorizing Statute
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Importation of wild mammals and birds in violation of foreign law19 U.S.C. § 1527
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Bonds and other security19 U.S.C. § 1623
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Definitions7 U.S.C. § 136
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Regulations and hearings21 U.S.C. § 371
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No remission or refund after release of merchandise19 U.S.C. § 1558
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Findings19 U.S.C. § 3901
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Imports and exports21 U.S.C. § 381
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Convict-made goods; importation prohibited19 U.S.C. § 1307
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Prohibited acts42 U.S.C. § 7522
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Regulations19 U.S.C. § 2612
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Immoral articles; importation prohibited19 U.S.C. § 1305
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Rules and forms prescribed by Secretary19 U.S.C. § 66
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Unlawful businesses without permit; application to State agency27 U.S.C. § 203
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Findings, policy, and intent15 U.S.C. § 2601
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Unfair practices in import trade19 U.S.C. § 1337
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Regulations46 U.S.C. § 4302
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Departmental regulations5 U.S.C. § 301
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Rules and regulations7 U.S.C. § 1592
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Imports42 U.S.C. § 6301
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Rules and regulations19 U.S.C. § 2094
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Agreements limiting imports7 U.S.C. § 1854
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Regulation of biological products42 U.S.C. § 262
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Harmonized Tariff Schedule19 U.S.C. § 1202
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Aiding unlawful importation19 U.S.C. § 1595a
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Entry of merchandise19 U.S.C. § 1484
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Illegal exportation of war materials22 U.S.C. § 401
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Forfeiture of unlawful imports19 U.S.C. § 2093
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Seizure; summary forfeiture and sale19 U.S.C. § 1609