LAC 33:I.803. Purpose

A. The purpose of this Chapter is to provide an alternative penalty assessment mechanism that the department may utilize, at its discretion, to expedite penalty assessments in appropriate cases. This Chapter: 1. addresses minor or moderate violations; 2. quantifies and assesses penalty amounts for common violations in a consistent, fair, and equitable manner; 3. ensures that the penalty amounts are appropriate, in consideration of the nine factors listed in R.S. 30:2025(E)(3)(a); 4. eliminates economic incentives for noncompliance for common minor and/or moderate violations; and 5. ensures expeditious compliance with environmental regulations.