76-7A-11: Penalties.

A. Any person who knowingly violates any provision of the Harmful Plant Act or any regulation adopted by the board pursuant thereto is guilty of a petty misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of one hundred dollar ($100). Each day of violation shall constitute a separate and punishable offense.

B. The department shall not be required to give bond or security in any legal proceeding brought under the provisions of the Harmful Plant Act in which the department is a party.