By Thomas McVey ( July 18, 2017, 10:04 AM EDT) -- It eventually happens to many companies. You discover that an export violation may have been committed by one of your employees. Alternatively, your company may have received a request for information in the form of a directed disclosure from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or an administrative subpoena from the Bureau of Industry and Security or the Office of Foreign Assets Control. The following are a number of steps to consider in addressing potential violations under the International Traffic In Arms Regulations, the Export Administration Regulations and the OFAC sanctions programs. The details of your response, of course, will vary depending upon the company and violations involved....