Virginia § 45.2-2007 - Penalties; injunctions

Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 45.2-2007 — Penalties; injunctions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45.2-2007. Penalties; injunctions

A. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a civil penalty of not less than $10 or more than $250 for each violation.

B. In addition, upon violation of any provision of this chapter or regulation of the Department adopted pursuant to this chapter, the Department may, either before or after the institution of proceedings pursuant to subsection A, institute a civil action in the circuit court where the well is located for injunctive relief to restrain the violation and for any other or further relief that the court deems proper.

1981, c. 506, § 45.1-179.10; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387.

Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 45.2-2007

What does Code of Virginia § 45.2-2007 cover?

Section 45.2-2007 ("Penalties; injunctions") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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