A tankerman who permits or causes oil to go into a navigable waterway may be federally punished with which of the following?

Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above

The Clean Water Act and associated federal regulations impose strict liability for oil pollution. A tankerman who causes a discharge may face severe administrative and criminal penalties, including fines, imprisonment, and the suspension or revocation of their Merchant Mariner Credential, depending on the severity and nature of the violation.