### Question
What is the definition of avoidance costs?


### Answer
The definition of **avoidance costs** is as follows in *18 U.S.C. § 1864*:

> costs incurred by any individual for the purpose of—


(A) detecting a hazardous or injurious device

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 1864*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 91-PUBLIC LANDS**

