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Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations 261.50 (a) gives each Forest Supervisor the authority to issue orders which close or restrict use of the of described areas within the area over which he/she has jurisdiction. An order may close an area to entry or may restrict the use of an area by applying any or all of the prohibitions authorized in Title 36, Part 261, Subpart B, of the Code of Federal Regulations.

• Arizona Collateral Schedule Field Guide (36 CFR 261, Subpart A) This field guide lists the penalties for violations of the specific prohibitions contained in 36 CFR 261, Subpart A. In addition to the penalties listed in this field guide, Class B misdemeanors consist of a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months or both (see 16 U.S.C. § 551, 18 U.S.C. §§ 3559, 3571, and 3581).
• U.S. Government Publishing Office: 36 CFR 261 - Prohibitions complete text of the regulations, including 36 CFR 261 Subpart B "Prohibitions in Areas Designated by Order" mentioned above.