17 CFR § 171.11 - Sanctions.

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title: "17 CFR § 171.11 - Sanctions."
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# 171.11 Sanctions.

In the event a party fails to fulfill his obligations under these Rules, the Commission may impose appropriate sanctions including dismissal of the appeal or summary reversal of the decision under appeal. Sanctions may be imposed on the motion of a party or on the Commission's own motion.