Arizona § 27-527 - Violation; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 27-527 — Violation; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-527. Violation; classification
A. Any person who violates any provision of this article, or any rule, regulation or order of the commission, is subject to a civil penalty of not more than one thousand dollars for each violation and for each day the violation continues.
B. Any person who, with the intent to evade this article, or any rule, regulation or order of the commission, knowingly makes or causes to be made a false entry in any application, report, record, account or memorandum required by this article or by any such rule, regulation or order, or who knowingly omits or causes to be omitted from any application, report, record, account or memorandum, full, true and correct entries as required by this article, or by any such rule, regulation or order, or who knowingly removes from this state, or destroys, mutilates, alters or falsifies any such application, record, account or memorandum or knowingly makes any false statement to the commission or any member, officer, or employee of the commission concerning any matter within the jurisdiction of the commission is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.
C. The penalties provided in this section shall be recoverable by action filed by the attorney general, in the name and on behalf of the state, in the superior court of the county in which the defendant resides, or in which any defendant resides if there are more than one defendant, or in the superior court of any county in which the violation occurred. The payment of any penalty shall not operate to legalize so that it is no longer contraband any oil, gas or product involved in the violation for which the penalty is imposed, and shall not relieve a person on whom the penalty is imposed from liability to any other person for damages arising out of the violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 27-527
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 27-527 cover?
Section 27-527 ("Violation; classification") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 27-527?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 27-527" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 27-527 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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