Maximum Penalties For Subsequent Violations

80-5-1-.10 Maximum Penalties For Subsequent Violations.

(1) The maximum penalty imposed by any rule of Chapter 80-5-1 is increased by 100% up to the maximum allowed by law if there is a subsequent proven violation of the same offense committed by the same person or entity within 12 months of the first violation.

(2) The maximum penalty is increased by 50% if the subsequent violation occurs after 12 months, but less than 24 months of the first violation.

(3) The maximum penalty is increased by 25% if the subsequent violation occurs after 24 months, but less than 36 months of the first violation.

(4) No increase of maximum penalties is allowed for subsequent proven violations occurring after 36 months of the first violation. Author: Charles H. Barnes Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §2-2-18. History: Filed February 21, 1990.