Arizona § 49-308 - Enforcement
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-308 — Enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-308. Enforcement
A. Within ninety days after a pesticide that is listed pursuant to section 49-305 is found pursuant to section 49-307 under any of the conditions listed in paragraph 1, 2 or 3 of this subsection, the director shall determine whether the pesticide resulted from agricultural use according to state and federal laws and regulations and shall state in writing the reasons for the determination that:
1. An active ingredient of a pesticide has been found at or below the deepest of the following depths:
(a) Eight feet below the soil surface.
(b) Below the root zone of the crop where the active ingredient was found.
2. An active ingredient of a pesticide has been found in the groundwaters of this state.
3. The pesticide has degradation products or other specified ingredients which pose a threat to public health and which have been found under the conditions specified for active ingredients in either paragraph 1 or 2 of this subsection.
B. On a determination by the director that a pesticide meets any of the conditions specified in subsection A of this section as a result of agricultural use according to state and federal laws and regulations, the director shall immediately notify the registrant of the determination. A pesticide that meets any of the conditions in subsection A of this section is subject to section 49-309.
C. For the purposes of this section, any finding of a pesticide shall result from an analytical method approved by the United States environmental protection agency and shall be verified, within thirty days, by a second analytical laboratory approved by the director.
D. The point of compliance prescribed by section 49-244 does not apply to this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 49-308
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-308 cover?
Section 49-308 ("Enforcement") 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 § 49-308?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-308" (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 § 49-308 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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