Delaware § 1313 - Civil penalties.
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§ 1313. Civil penalties.
(a) The civil penalty for violation of any section of this chapter not already stated will be 1 or more of the following:
(1) The assessment of a civil penalty of no less than $100 nor more than $1000 on each count.
(2) The confiscation or destruction of any and all plants, plant materials, or nursery stock found on the premises or contained in the shipment in question.
(3) The suspension or revocation of their current nursery license or any future operation privileges granted under this chapter.
(b) Any person who violates any section of this chapter or interferes with the Department or its representatives in the enforcement of this chapter, as determined in an administrative hearing, shall be assessed a civil penalty of no less than $100 nor more than $1000 on each count.
(c) The proceeds of any fines or penalties imposed under this chapter shall be deposited into an appropriated special fund account in the Department of Agriculture. These funds shall be used to support the nursery inspection programs of the Department of Agriculture.
70 Del. Laws, c. 332, § 1; 84 Del. Laws, c. 244, § 11; 85 Del. Laws, c. 68, § 12;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1313
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Section 1313 ("Civil penalties.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. 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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