What type of sanctions can administrative agencies impose?

Administrative agencies have the authority to impose various sanctions, primarily aimed at enforcing compliance with regulations and promoting public welfare. Among these sanctions, fines and penalties are the most commonly utilized. These financial penalties serve as a deterrent to prevent violations of administrative rules and regulations.

Fines can vary in amount and can also be structured to account for the severity of the violation or the economic benefit gained by non-compliance. This capability allows agencies to address infractions effectively and incentivizes compliance with laws and regulations.

While other options such as imprisonment, community service, and reprimands may play a role in different contexts or legal frameworks, they are not typical sanctions that administrative agencies resort to. Imprisonment is usually reserved for criminal cases rather than administrative violations. Community service can be more frequently associated with sentencing in the criminal justice system. Reprimands, while they may occur within administrative proceedings, typically do not carry the same weight as fines and penalties in terms of legal enforcement or deterrence. Therefore, the most fitting choice in the context of administrative agency sanctions is fines and penalties.