Maryland § 9-11A-23
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-11A-23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-11A-23.
(a) Instead of or in addition to any other penalties authorized under this title, the Board may impose an administrative penalty on a person who violates this subtitle in an amount not exceeding $1,000 per day for all violations cited on a single day.
(b) In setting the amount of the administrative penalty, the Board shall consider:
(1) The seriousness of the violation;
(2) The harm caused by the violation;
(3) The good faith of the violator;
(4) Any history of previous violations by the violator; and
(5) Any other relevant factors.
(c) If a violator fails to pay an administrative penalty within 90 days after the imposition of the administrative penalty by the Board, the matter shall be forwarded to the Central Collection Unit in the Department of Budget and Management for the collection of the administrative penalty.
(d) Any penalties collected under this section shall be paid into the On–Site Wastewater Professionals Fund established under § 9–11A–11 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-11A-23
What does Maryland Code § 9-11A-23 cover?
Section 9-11A-23 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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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