Arizona § 49-861 - Violation; classification; civil penalty
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-861 — Violation; classification; civil penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-861. Violation; classification; civil penalty
A. Beginning January 1, 1993 a person who knowingly violates this article is guilty of a class 6 felony.
B. A person who violates any provision of this article or a rule or order adopted or issued pursuant to this article is subject to a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars per day for each violation. In issuing any final order in any civil action brought under this section, the court may award costs of litigation including reasonable attorney and expert witness fees to any substantially prevailing party if the court determines that an award is appropriate.
C. The attorney general, at the request of the director, shall file an action in superior court to recover civil penalties provided by this section.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 49-861
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-861 cover?
Section 49-861 ("Violation; classification; civil penalty") 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 § 49-861?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 49-861" (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?
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How does Arizona § 49-861 apply to my situation?
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