Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 27-1026 – Violation; classification

A. Beginning April 1, 1997, an owner or operator of an exploration operation or mining unit shall not:
1. 1. Cause a surface disturbance at an exploration operation or mining unit in violation of this chapter.
2. 2. Fail or refuse to conduct reclamation according to the terms of a reclamation plan authorized by this chapter.
B. A person who violates this section is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.