Arizona § 45-139 - Violation; classification

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-139 — Violation; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45-139. Violation; classification

A. Unless otherwise specified, a person who knowingly violates or refuses to comply with any provision of this article, a permit or order issued pursuant to this article or a rule adopted to carry out the purpose of this article is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor. A person who, after notice of violation, continues in violation of any provision of this article, a permit or order issued pursuant to this article or a rule adopted to carry out the purpose of this article is guilty of a separate offense for each day of violation.

B. A person who knowingly and intentionally fills or refills all or a portion of a body of water in violation of this article is guilty of:

1. A class 6 felony if the amount of water illegally used is one thousand acre-feet or more.

2. A class 1 misdemeanor if the amount of water illegally used is more than one hundred acre-feet but less than one thousand acre-feet.

3. A class 3 misdemeanor if the amount of water illegally used is one hundred acre-feet or less.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-139

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-139 cover?

Section 45-139 ("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 § 45-139?

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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How does Arizona § 45-139 apply to my situation?

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