Scheme:
Case Type Number:
14
Statute (Common Name):
Federal Power Act
Program Area:
Energy
Filed By:
Private Party/Individual
Federal Agency
State/Local/Tribal Govt
Brief Description of Case Type:
Proceedings, initiated either by third-party complaint or by the Commission, to assess whether rates charged or terms and conditions of jurisdictional service followed, by a public utility are unjust, unreasonable, or unduly discriminatory or preferential. The complainant and/or Commission carry the burden of establishing the challenged rates, terms or conditions of jurisdictional service are unjust or unreasonable. If they are found to violate FPA, the Commission determines the just and reasonable rate, terms and conditions, and may order refunds.
Relief Available in Actions Filed By Private Parties:
Quota/Rate-Setting
Relief Available in Actions Filed by Agency:
Forfeiture
Garnishment/Lien/Recoupment
Revocation/Suspension/Restriction of Existing Right or Privilege
Relief Available in Actions Filed by Any Party:
Accounting
Injunction/Order
Verified by Agency:
Verified