NAGPRA Civil Penalties

Описание: Presented by Bob Palmer, NAGPRA Civil Penalties Investigator

This training video provides a comprehensive overview of the civil penalties process under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Led by Bob Palmer, Civil Penalties Investigator, the session explores how allegations are filed, investigated, and resolved, and highlights lessons learned from real-world case studies.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

Who can file a civil penalty allegation and how
What qualifies as a museum under NAGPRA
Common compliance failures that lead to penalties
Case studies illustrating enforcement actions
How penalties are calculated and appealed
The role of civil penalties in promoting accountability and change

📘 Ideal for:
Museum professionals, tribal representatives, federal agency staff, and anyone involved in NAGPRA compliance or cultural resource management.

⏱️ Chapters Included:
Check the video description for a full timestamped breakdown of topics and case studies.

🔗 Learn more at:
https://www.nps.gov/nagpra

Contents of Video:
0:00 Introductory sequence
00:00 – Introductory Sequence
Opening visuals and context for the training.

00:47 – Civil Penalties: Allegations, Investigations, and Lessons Learned
Overview of the civil penalty process under NAGPRA.

01:52 – Welcome and Introduction by Bob Palmer
Meet the presenter and learn the goals of the session.

04:38 – 8 Ways a Museum Can Be Assessed a Civil Penalty
Common compliance failures that can lead to penalties.

09:57 – Segment Goals
What viewers will learn in this section.

11:11 – Who Can File an Allegation?
Eligibility and rights of individuals or groups to report violations.

11:39 – How to File an Allegation
Steps and documentation needed to initiate a complaint.

12:06 – Is the Accused Actually a Museum?
Clarifying what qualifies as a museum under NAGPRA.

12:19 – What Is a Museum Under NAGPRA?
Legal definition and scope.

20:08 – Make Your Letter Specific
Tips for writing an effective allegation letter.

21:25 – Case Study #1: Cadwalader State University and the Dabney Collection
An example of noncompliance and its consequences.

30:07 – Case Study #2: The Linton Museum and the Saylor Collection
Another real-world example of a civil penalty case.

38:22 – Case Study #3: The Gunder University Story
Focus on human remains and tribal consultation.

53:11 – Case Study #4: Danger Bay Museum
Illustrating ongoing obligations and enforcement.

1:03:46 – Penalty Process and Where the Money Goes
How penalties are calculated and distributed.

1:05:32 – Civil Penalty Hearing and Appeal Process
Steps for challenging or appealing a penalty.

1:06:57 – Penalty Calculation Formula
Explanation of the .25% or $5,000 rule.

1:10:02 – Where the Money Goes
Funds are deposited into the U.S. Treasury.

1:11:18 – Allegations as a Reset Point
How the process can lead to positive institutional change.

1:11:55 – Closing Sequence
Wrap-up and final reflections.

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