Tennessee § 68-211-1016 - Prohibited acts — Penalty.
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§ 68-211-1016. Prohibited acts — Penalty.
Other than as provided for in a state or federal discharge permit, no person shall: Discharge used oil into sewers, drainage systems, septic tanks, surface waters, groundwaters, water courses or marine waters; Collect, store, recycle, use or dispose of used oil in any manner which endangers the public health or welfare; Mix or comingle used oil with hazardous waste or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) that make it unsuitable for recycling or beneficial use; or Utilize used oil for road oiling, dust control, weed abatement or similar uses which have the potential to cause harm to the environment. Any person who: Fails to comply with any provision of this part or any rule adopted pursuant to this part; Fails to file any reports, records or documents required pursuant to this part; Fails, neglects, or refuses to comply with any order issued pursuant to this part; or Knowingly gives or causes to be given any false information in any reports, records, or documents required pursuant to this part; commits a Class C misdemeanor. Each day such violation continues constitutes a separate offense. Acts 1993, ch. 185, § 17. Cross-References. Penalty for Class C misdemeanor, § 40-35-111 .
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 68-211-1016
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 68-211-1016 cover?
Section 68-211-1016 ("Prohibited acts — Penalty.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. 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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