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Tenn. Code § 68-221-904: Tenn. Code Ann. § 68-221-904

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to operate a water or wastewater system without certified operators. Violations constitute a Class C misdemeanor, with each day of violation as a separate offense, plus civil penalties up to $10,000 per day.

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