United States Code
USC most recently checked for updates: Jun 09, 2025
§ 2724.
Civil action
(a)
A person who knowingly obtains, discloses or uses personal information, from a motor vehicle record, for a purpose not permitted under this chapter shall be liable to the individual to whom the information pertains, who may bring a civil action in a United States district court.
(b)
The court may award—
(1)
actual damages, but not less than liquidated damages in the amount of $2,500;
(2)
punitive damages upon proof of willful or reckless disregard of the law;
(3)
reasonable attorneys’ fees and other litigation costs reasonably incurred; and
(4)
such other preliminary and equitable relief as the court determines to be appropriate.
cite as: 18 USC 2724
