(a) The making of any willful misstatement pursuant to this part is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for not to exceed six months, or both. (b) Any person who makes a material misstatement pursuant to this part may be liable civilly as provided in subdivision (c). (c) Civil liability may be administratively imposed by the board pursuant to Section 1055 in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. In determining the appropriate amount, the board shall consider all relevant circumstances, including, but not limited to, all of the following factors: (1) The extent of harm caused by the violation. (2) The nature and persistence of the violation. (3) The length of time over which the violation occurs. (4) Any corrective action undertaken by the violator. (d) All funds recovered pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the Water Rights Fund established pursuant to Section 1550.
