California · Health and Safety Code - HSC
HSC §42400.2: (a) Any person who emits an air contaminant in violation of any provision of this part, or any order, rule, regulation, or permit of the state board or of a district pertaining to emission regulations
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A person who knowingly emits air contaminants in violation of regulations and fails to correct the violation within a reasonable time is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by fine up to $40,000 and/or jail time up to one year. Enhanced penalties apply if the violation causes serious bodily injury or death.
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