Arizona § 48-3615 - Violation; classification; civil penalties; strict liability
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-3615 — Violation; classification; civil penalties; strict liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-3615. Violation; classification; civil penalties; strict liability
A. It is unlawful for a person to engage in any development or to divert, retard or obstruct the flow of waters in a watercourse if it creates a hazard to life or property without securing the written authorization required by section 48-3613. Where the watercourse is a delineated floodplain it is unlawful to engage in any development affecting the flow of waters without securing written authorization required by section 48-3613.
B. A person who violates subsection A of this section is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.
C. A person who violates this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to this chapter may be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed the fine chargeable for a class 2 misdemeanor or, by agreement with the person in violation, a nonmonetary penalty that serves the purposes of the district. Each day the violation continues constitutes a separate violation.
D. A person who without written authorization from the board of directors damages or interferes with a facility that is owned, operated or otherwise under the jurisdiction of the district is strictly liable for both of the following:
1. Any actual damages to persons or property that is caused by the damage or interference.
2. Payment of costs to the district for remediating the damage or interference.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 48-3615
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-3615 cover?
Section 48-3615 ("Violation; classification; civil penalties; strict liability") 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.
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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