Subdivision 1. Misdemeanors. A person who violates a provision of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Subd. 2. Gross misdemeanors. A person is guilty of a gross misdemeanor who:
(1) willfully violates a provision of this chapter or order of the commissioner;
(2) engages in the business of drilling or making wells, sealing wells, installing pumps or pumping equipment, or constructing elevator borings without a license required by this chapter; or
(3) engages in the business of exploratory boring without an exploratory borer's license under this chapter.
Subd. 3. Prosecution and venue. A violation of this chapter shall be prosecuted by the county attorney in the county where the violation occurred or is occurring. The trial shall be held in that county.
History:1989 c 326 art 3 s 47; 1Sp2017 c 6 art 10 s 54