Legal

US government presses judge to allow it to collect fines against Alaska firms despite injunction

Customs filed a motion allowing it to begin collecting penalties for the Bayside 'scheme' prior to Sept. 30 despite the judge's ruling, keeping the Alaska pollock sector off balance.

US Customs is the defendant in an ongoing case involving American Seafoods subsidiaries and alleged shipping violations.
US Customs is the defendant in an ongoing case involving American Seafoods subsidiaries and alleged shipping violations.Photo: CBP
Published 20 October 2021, 19:42Updated 20 October 2021, 19:50
US Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP)ShippingAlaska pollockThe Bayside ProgramAmerican Seafoods