48-3615 - Arizona Statutes

48-3615. Violation; classification; civil penalties; strict liability A. It is unlawful for a person to engage in any development or to divert, retard or obstruct the flow of waters in a watercourse if it creates a hazard to life or property without securing the written authorization required by section 48-3613. Where the watercourse is a delineated floodplain it is unlawful to engage in any development affecting the flow of waters without securing written authorization required by section 48-3613. B. A person who violates subsection A of this section is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor. C. A person who violates this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to this chapter may be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed the fine chargeable for a class 2 misdemeanor. Each day the violation continues constitutes a separate violation. D. A person who without written authorization from the board of directors damages or interferes with a facility that is owned, operated or otherwise under the jurisdiction of the district is strictly liable for both of the following: 1. Any actual damages to persons or property that is caused by the damage or interference. 2. Payment of costs to the district for remediating the damage or interference.