Or. Admin. Code § 690-260-0020

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 10, October 1, 2024

Section 690-260-0020 - Violation Policy

(1) Upon the Director's own initiative, or in response to a complaint alleging violation of certain statutes, rules, orders, permit conditions or standards, the Director may investigate to determine if a violation occurred.

(2) If the investigation indicates a violation is occurring, or has occurred, the Director, following appropriate notice, may impose a civil penalty against the responsible party for the violation. The Director bears the burden of proof to establish a violation. Assessment of a civil penalty shall not prevent the Director from taking other regulatory actions permitted by law.

WRD 5-1990, f. & cert. ef. 5-15-90

Stat. Auth.: ORS 540

Stats. Implemented: ORS 540