What are the consequences of non-compliance?

A notice of violation will be mailed that may require any or all of the following:

  • Cease and desist from the violation
  • Correct the violation at the person’s own expense before a specified date
  • Pay a civil fine not to exceed $1,000.00 by a specified date
  • Pay a civil fine of up to $1,000.00 per day for each day the violation persists

More information can be found in Maui County Code section 19.530.030.

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1. What is non-mineral sunscreen and how does it harm the reef?
2. How and when will enforcement begin?
3. What products are allowed under the ban?
4. Is mineral sunscreen effective?
5. What is “reef friendly” and “reef safe” sunscreen?
6. What are the consequences of non-compliance?
7. How difficult is it to apply mineral sunscreen? Doesn’t mineral sunscreen leave a white residue or feel sticky on my skin?
8. Is my sunscreen really a problem? Don’t reefs face bigger threats?
9. How can I do more?