Section 59A-52-20 - Cease and desist orders; certain violations are misdemeanors.

NM Stat § 59A-52-20 (2019) (N/A)
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A. When the marshal, his deputy or his authorized officer or designated agent finds any violation of the regulations issued in compliance with this article, he or they shall issue an order to the owner or his agent to cease and desist such violations.

B. When there is so found any violation of any statute or rules and regulations concerning flammable liquids a cease and desist order shall issue if the violation constitutes an immediate and distinct hazard to life or property, and any such violation shall constitute a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500). Each day such violation continues constitutes a separate offense.

History: Laws 1984, ch. 127, § 966.