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(a) In addition to the State prosecuting a criminal action under any provision of this subtitle, the Attorney General may bring a civil action in the circuit court of the county or city where the mining operation is located against any person who violates any provision of this subtitle or any regulation, permit, notice, or order issued under this subtitle. The circuit court may find the violator liable to the State for a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each offense. Each day on which the violation occurs constitutes a separate offense.
(b) On application of the Department, verified by oath or affirmation, the circuit court of the county or city where the mining operation is located, may enforce by injunction compliance with, or restrain the violation of any order, notice, permit, rule, or regulation of the Department made pursuant to the provisions of this subtitle or restrain the violation or attempted violation of any of the provisions of this subtitle.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maryland Code, Environment § 15-832 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/md/environment/md-code-envir-sect-15-832/
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