§ 2Q1.1.
Knowing Endangerment Resulting From Mishandling Hazardous or Toxic Substances, Pesticides or Other Pollutants
(a) Base Offense Level: 24
Historical note
Effective November 1, 1987. Amended effective November 1, 2007 (amendment 699); November 1, 2018 (amendment 813); November 1, 2025 (amendment 836).
Commentary
Statutory provisions
Statutory Provisions: 18 U.S.C. § 1992(b)(3); 33 U.S.C. § 1319(c)(3); 42 U.S.C. §§ 6928(e), 7413(c)(5). For additional statutory provision(s), see Appendix A (Statutory Index).
Background
Background: This section applies to offenses committed with knowledge that the violation placed another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury.