Md. Code Regs. 26.11.24.09

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 26.11.24.09 - Sanctions

A. A person who violates any provision of this chapter is subject to the sanctions set forth in Environment Article, Title 2, Annotated Code of Maryland. Each day of violation constitutes a separate violation. These sanctions in the Annotated Code of Maryland include:

(1) Injunctive relief under Environment Article, § 2-609;

(2) Judicial penalties up to $25,000 per violation under Environment Article, § 2-610;

(3) Administrative penalties up to $2,500 per violation, limited to $50,000 per administrative action, under Environment Article, § 2-610.1; and

(4) Criminal penalties for knowing violations under Environment Article, § 2-609.1.

B. After this chapter is approved by EPA as an amendment to the State Implementation Plan, a person who violates any provision of this chapter may be subject to federal enforcement action.

Md. Code Regs. 26.11.24.09