1. (a) A decision or order issued under this chapter by the deputy director is subject to reconsideration under article 2 (beginning with section 1122) of chapter 4 of part 1 of division 2 of the Water Code, and all applicable sections of this title.
2. (b) Failure to meet the requirements of this chapter, including, but not limited to, failure to timely implement, maintain, verify the accuracy of, or correct deficiencies of a measurement methodology or alternative compliance plan, is a violation subject to civil liability up to the maximum per day penalty pursuant to section 1846 of the Water Code.
3. (c) Conflicting Requirements. Any person with a claimed water right identified in or subject to a legal action or requirement, including, but not limited to, a statute, order, policy, regulation, decision, judgement or probationary designation of the board, a Regional Water Quality Control Board, or a court, must meet the terms and conditions of the claimed water right and the legal action or requirement in addition to the requirements of this chapter. If there is any conflict or inconsistency between any legal requirement and the requirements of this chapter, then the more stringent requirement shall control in each instance.
4. (d) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit or modify the board's authority to obtain information under any other lawful authority.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 1058, 1840 and 1841, Water Code. Reference: Sections 13, 1122 and 1846, Water Code.

History

1. New section filed 1-21-2026; operative 2-1-2026 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2026, No. 4).