147-A:17-a Administrative Fines. –
I. The commissioner of the department of environmental services may impose an administrative fine not to exceed $2,000 for each offense upon any person who violates any provision of this chapter including any rule adopted under the provisions of this chapter. Appeals from a decision of the commissioner under this paragraph shall be in accordance with RSA 21-O:9, V. Any administrative fine imposed under this section shall not preclude the imposition of further penalties under this chapter. The commissioner shall adopt rules, under RSA 541-A, relative to a schedule of administrative fines which may be imposed under this paragraph for violations of this chapter as provided above.
II. The proceeds of administrative fines levied pursuant to paragraph I shall be deposited by the commissioner into the hazardous waste cleanup fund established by RSA 147-B.