Except as provided in § 818 of the Government Code, whenever a person has intentionally and knowingly violated any provision of this division, the commission may maintain an action, in addition to an action under Section 29610, for the recovery of exemplary damages. In determining the amount to be awarded, the court shall consider the amount of such damages necessary to deter further violations.

(Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1155.)

Terms Used In California Public Resources Code 29611

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.