# Communications Act 2003, Section 96B: Penalties for contravention of conditions


(1) This section applies where a person is given a notification under section 96A which specifies a proposed penalty.
(2) Where the notification relates to more than one contravention, a separate penalty may be specified in respect of each contravention.
(3) Where the notification relates to a continuing contravention, no more than one penalty may be specified in respect of the period of contravention specified in the notification.
(4) But, in relation to a continuing contravention, a penalty may be specified in respect of each day on which the contravention continues after—
(a) the giving of a confirmation decision under section 96C(4)(c) which requires immediate action; or
(b) the expiry of any period specified in the confirmation decision for complying with a requirement so specified.
(5) The amount of a penalty under subsection (4) is to be such amount not exceeding £20,000 per day as OFCOM determine to be—
(a) appropriate; and
(b) proportionate to the contravention in respect of which it is imposed.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2003/21/section/96B (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/communications-act-2003/section-96B
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