California · Health and Safety Code - HSC

HSC §44058: Any person who violates this chapter, or any order, rule, or regulation of the department adopted pursuant to this chapter, is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine of not more than

Misdemeanor

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Violating this chapter or departmental orders/rules/regulations is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 fine, up to six months imprisonment, or both.

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Any person who violates this chapter, or any order, rule, or regulation of the department adopted pursuant to this chapter, is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or by both, in lieu of the imposition of the civil penalties.

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