US Export Controls

US firms that transact any level of business internationally must comply with federal laws regulating the export of commercial and defense-related items information and technology. This course provides awareness-level training about the regulatory system for exports; the agencies involved in administering and enforcing the regulations including the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC); the definitions of key terms under the various laws such as exports and foreign persons; and how to determine whether an item to be exported requires a license. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by The Potomac Law Group PLLC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.