18 USC 2724 - Civil action

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 23, 2024

§ 2724.

Civil action

(a)

Cause of Action.—

A person who knowingly obtains, discloses or uses personal information, from a motor vehicle record, for a purpose not permitted under this chapter shall be liable to the individual to whom the information pertains, who may bring a civil action in a United States district court.

(b)

Remedies.—

The court may award—

(1)

actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages in the amount of $2,500;

(2)

punitive damages upon proof of willful or reckless disregard of the law;

(3)

reasonable attorneys’ fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred; and

(4)

such other preliminary and equitable relief as the court determines to be appropriate.

(Added Pub. L. 103–322, title XXX, § 300002(a), Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 2101.)

cite as: 18 USC 2724