The IL Dept of Ag reports that of the 521 pesticide misuse complaints that were filed in 2018 (329 of them dicamba related), they have issued 108 warning letters and 8 monetary penalties so far--nearly all of these have gone to commercial applicators.  IDA is about 1/3 of the way through their workload on the complaints.  

 

Most of the monetary penalties are the result of points carrying over on the applicator's license due to a warning letter(s) being received last year.  As points accumulate over a 3 year period, the likelihood of warning letters reaching a monetary penalty increases.  

 

If you received a warning letter or monetary penalty and disagree with IDA's findings, please contact IFCA for assistance.  For warning letters there is a simple appeal process that you can make within 30 days of receiving the warning letter.  You can send in a letter to IDA providing additional evidence that IDA may have not had or considered, and they will review your information and make another determination on your case--either upholding their original findings or rescinding the warning letter.  Click here for the requirements for sending in an appeal to your warning letter.  If you receive a monetary penalty, you can ask for an administrative hearing to present further evidence or information; you do not need a lawyer to go with you.  If you would like to discuss your situation with IFCA, we can provide advice and assist you.