### Question
How does the law define punitive damages?


### Answer
Under *49 U.S.C. § 28103*, **punitive damages** is defined as:

> damages awarded against any person or entity to punish or deter such person or entity, or others, from engaging in similar behavior in the future

#### Citation:
  - *49 U.S.C. § 28103*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE V-RAIL PROGRAMS > PART E-MISCELLANEOUS > CHAPTER 281-LAW ENFORCEMENT**

