How are sanctions applied for violations in the fuel and energy sector?

Financial sanctions are imposed for violations related to the use of:

• oil, gas condensate, petroleum products, and liquefied hydrocarbon gas;
• natural gas;
• electricity;
• thermal energy;
• uncertified energy equipment, networks, and elements of the energy supply system;
• as well as when violations are identified during inspections and examinations of consumers of fuel and energy resources.

The inspection authority for monitoring the use of electricity, petroleum products, and gas prepares a report on the violation, which is signed by the head of the economic entity. If the signature is refused, the report is sent to the entity by mail.

Based on the report, a decision on the application of sanctions is made within 5 days.

Economic entities may voluntarily pay the financial penalty within a month. Otherwise, the authorized body will file a lawsuit for compulsory collection.

If an entity, having committed a violation for the first time, voluntarily rectifies its consequences and fully compensates for the damage, the financial sanction will not be applied.