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]