North Carolina General Statutes 113-395.2. Subsurface injection of waste prohibited
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(a) Disposal of wastes produced in connection with oil and gas exploration, development, and production, and use of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing treatments for that purpose by injection to subsurface or groundwaters of the State by means of wells is prohibited in accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-214.2
(b) Notwithstanding N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-214.2, a violation of subsection (a) of this section shall constitute a Class 1 misdemeanor. ?(2014-4, s. 15(a).)
Attorney's Note
Under the N.C. Gen. Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 misdemeanor | up to 120 days |
Terms Used In North Carolina General Statutes 113-395.2
- state: when applied to the different parts of the United States, shall be construed to extend to and include the District of Columbia and the several territories, so called; and the words "United States" shall be construed to include the said district and territories and all dependencies. See North Carolina General Statutes 12-3