A headline in the Washington, D.C.-based publication The Hill stated it plainly and effectively: “Environmental regulations have become impossible to follow.” The story explains that one presidential administration rewrites the previous administration’s environmental regulations, which were rewritten from the administration before that. “There is little consistency and predictability in today’s environmental regulation because of a never-ending rewrite of the rules by which Americans must abide,” the story states.
According to The Hill, Congress writes federal laws such as the Clean Water Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and the Clean Air Act with language that is intentionally vague and allows agency bureaucrats to fill in the blanks as they see fit.
William Mauzy, Attorney at Law, provides assertive defense for companies or individuals who face charges of violating a federal environmental law. These cases are investigated and prosecuted by officials from the Environmental Crimes Section of the United States Department of Justice, along with agents from the Environmental Protection Agency. Charges may involve:
It is critical to enlist the services of a lawyer who understands federal and state environmental laws, and who is proven capable of defending clients in these cases. Attorney William Mauzy has a track record of success defending clients against federal environmental charges:
Mr. Mauzy has more than 100 trial victories in both state and federal courts. In addition to a lengthy list of acquittals, he is highly skilled in resolving criminal cases without the need to litigate.
He brings more than 30 years of experience to every case as well as a hard-earned reputation that has resulted in a number of awards and accolades. This includes being named as one of the Top 10 Lawyers in Minnesota and being chosen as a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers (an honor limited to the top 1% of lawyers in the nation).
