Current through August 31, 2023
Section 20.03.02.160 - ENFORCEMENT AND FAILURE TO COMPLY01.Financial Assurance Forfeiture. Upon request by the director, the attorney general may institute proceedings to have the financial assurance for reclamation or permanent closure forfeited for violation of an order entered pursuant to Section 47-1513, Idaho Code and these rules. (3-18-22)02.Civil Penalty. An operator with no financial assurance, or an operator who violates these rules by performing an act which is not included in an approved reclamation plan or an approved permanent closure plan that is not subsequently approved by the Department, will be subject to a civil penalty as authorized by Section 47-1513(c), Idaho Code. (3-18-22)03.Injunctive Procedures. The director may seek injunctive relief and proceed with legal action, if necessary, to enjoin a mine operator or cyanidation facility operator who violates the provisions of the chapter, these rules, or the terms of an existing approved reclamation or permanent closure plan. Any such action will follow the procedures established in Section 47-1513, Idaho Code. (3-18-22)04.Appeal of Final Order. An operator dissatisfied with a final order of the Board may within sixty (60) days after receiving the order, file an appeal in accordance with Section 47-1514, Idaho Code. (3-18-22)Idaho Admin. Code r. 20.03.02.160