Inmate's Export Dreams Crushed: No Overseas Shipping from Cell
Published Date: 11/26/2025
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Summary
Kevin Uriel Garza, who was convicted for illegally handling ammunition meant for export, is now banned from exporting goods from the U.S. for 10 years starting from his conviction date. This means he can’t get any export licenses or permissions during this time. The decision is final since Garza didn’t respond to the chance to explain himself.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Ten-Year Export Ban for Individual
Kevin Uriel Garza was denied all U.S. export privileges for 10 years from his conviction date of September 12, 2024, so the denial runs through September 12, 2034. During this time he may not apply for, obtain, or use any export license, license exception, or export control document for items subject to the Export Administration Regulations.
Revocation of BIS Licenses Held by Denied Person
Any Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) licenses or authorizations in which Garza had an interest at the time of his conviction have been revoked. This revocation applies as a consequence of his conviction under 18 U.S.C. 554 and the Export Control Reform Act authorities.
Broad Prohibitions on Dealing With Denied Person
From the date of this Order until September 12, 2034, no person may directly or indirectly export, reexport, transfer, finance, service, or otherwise facilitate transactions involving items subject to the Regulations to or for Kevin Uriel Garza. Businesses and individuals are prohibited from taking actions that would transfer ownership, possession, control, or provide servicing for export-controlled items owned or controlled by Garza.
Related Entities May Be Subject to Order
Any person, firm, corporation, or business organization related to Garza by ownership, control, position of responsibility, affiliation, or other connection in trade or business may also be made subject to this Order to prevent evasion. BIS may extend the Order's provisions to related entities to block attempts to bypass the denial.
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