Pennsylvania § 6814 - Prohibited acts.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6814 — Prohibited acts., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6814. Prohibited acts.
A person may not:
(1) Apply fertilizer with a device that is not intended for the application of fertilizer or that has not been properly calibrated.
(2) Operate fertilizer application equipment or devices in a faulty, careless or negligent manner.
(3) Dispose of, discard or store a fertilizer product in a manner that would be inconsistent with its label, would cause over-application of fertilizer, would result in direct discharge to a storm drain or waters of this Commonwealth or would be inconsistent with this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter.
(4) Aid or abet another person to evade the provisions of this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter, conspire with another person for that purpose.
(5) Hinder, mislead, make false statements to or refuse to cooperate with an employee or agent of the department in an investigation or inspection undertaken by the authority delegated to the department under the provisions of this chapter.
(6) Apply fertilizer for the purposes of melting snow or ice, unless the material is applied to aircraft or areas an aircraft accesses at an airport.
(7) Fail to comply with a provision of this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter.
(8) Make a false statement or misrepresentation of material fact on an application for issuance or renewal of a license required under this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter.
(9) Refuse or neglect to comply with a condition or limitation imposed upon a license issued under this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter.
(10) Refuse to present evidence of proper licensure to an employee or agent of the department upon request.
(11) Refuse or neglect to keep and maintain a record, or make a report when and as required, by this chapter, a regulation promulgated under this chapter or an order issued under the authority of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 6814
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6814 cover?
Section 6814 ("Prohibited acts.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 6814?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6814" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 6814 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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