# 20 C.F.R. § 10.704 (2026): What penalties apply to representatives who collect a fee without approval?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P10_S10_704

## Section

- **Citation:** 20 C.F.R. § 10.704 (2026)
- **Heading:** What penalties apply to representatives who collect a fee without approval?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 20 CFR: Employees' Benefits / Chapter I: OFFICE OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROGRAMS, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR / Part 10: CLAIMS FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE FEDERAL EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION ACT, AS AMENDED / Subpart H: Special Provisions / § 10.704: § 10.704   What penalties apply to representatives who collect a fee without approval?

## Text

Representatives who collect a fee without proper approval from OWCP may be charged with a misdemeanor under 18 U.S.C. 292.

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