2570.80—Scope of rules.
         The rules of practice set forth in this subpart are applicable to “502(l) civil penalty proceedings” (as defined in  § 2570.82 of this subpart) under  section 502(l) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA or the Act). Refer to  29 CFR 2560.502-1 for the definition of the relevant terms of ERISA  section 502(l).