§147-80  Administrative penalties.  The department of agriculture and biosecurity may, after notice and opportunity for hearing, fine any person who violates this part or any rule adopted under this part, not more than $1,000 for each separate offense.  Each day or instance of violation shall constitute a separate offense.  Any action taken to impose or collect the penalty provided for in this section shall be considered a civil action. [L 1983, c 177, pt of §5; am L 1985, c 18, §2; am L 2025, c 236, §17]