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Ala. Code § 9-16-11: Ala. Code § 9-16-11

Misdemeanor

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Surface mining without a valid permit or willfully misrepresenting facts in applications subjects a person to fines ($500–$5,000 for unpermitted mining; $100–$500 for misrepresentation) and potential bonding/reclamation requirements.

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