Sec. 141.016. ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY. (a) The department may assess an administrative penalty if a person violates this chapter or a rule or order adopted or license issued under this chapter. (b) In determining the amount of the penalty, the department shall consider: (1) the person's previous violations; (2) the seriousness of the violation; (3) any hazard to the health and safety of the public; (4) the person's demonstrated good faith; and (5) such other matters as justice may require. (c) The penalty may not exceed $1,000 a day for each violation. (d) Each day a violation continues may be considered a separate violation.
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