Drift may result in which legal consequence?

• A. Litigation
• B. Tax penalties
• C. Imprisonment
• D. Expedited approvals

Answer: (A)

Pesticide drift off the target can cause harm to people, crops, or property, which can lead those affected to file a civil lawsuit to recover their losses. That legal process is litigation. The claim may rest on failing to follow label directions, using improper application practices, or creating a nuisance. A court may award damages or impose remedies to stop the drift or prevent future harm. Tax penalties, imprisonment, or expedited approvals aren’t the typical direct consequences of drift in ordinary cases, making litigation the most relevant outcome.