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For judicial actions, all FDA enforcement litigation is
brought by the U.S. Department of Justice, on recommendation
by the agencys Chief Counsel. Actions
that may be taken include
Seizure
Injunction
Criminal prosecution
Consent Decree of Permanent Injunction
Seizure is a civil action against violative products,
not a person or company. Once products are seized,
the FDA decides if the materials will be reconditioned
or destroyed. The seizure may involve one or several
lots of product.
An injunction is a court order, requested by FDA,
used to prevent the continuance of violative behavior.
This action can be brought against both corporations