New Mexico § 76-4-34 - Penalties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 76-4-34 — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-4-34. Penalties
A. Any person violating any provision or requirement of the Pesticide Control Act
or regulations adopted by the board pursuant to that act is guilty of a petty misdemeanor. B. In addition to any other penalties imposed by the Pesticide Control Act, any person
who willfully or repeatedly violates any provision of that act may be assessed by
the court a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation. C. The board may bring an action to enjoin the violation or threatened violation of
any provision of the Pesticide Control Act or any regulation made pursuant thereto
in a court of competent jurisdiction of the county in which the violation occurs or
is about to occur. D. The department, acting as a law enforcement officer, is authorized to file a criminal
complaint in a magistrate court for violations of the Pesticide Control Act or regulations
adopted pursuant thereto and shall not be required to pay the docket fee.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 76-4-34
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 76-4-34 cover?
Section 76-4-34 ("Penalties") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. 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 New Mexico § 76-4-34?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 76-4-34 apply to my situation?
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