(1) A retailer, wholesaler, distributor, or electric utility is in violation of this chapter when selling or distributing mercury-containing lights from a noncompliant producer.

(2) A violation occurs for every day of noncompliance with the requirements.

(3) Department issued warning letters will:

(a) Be issued for violations.

(b) Be sent by certified mail.

(c) Include a copy of the requirements to let the recipient know what they must do to be in compliance with this chapter.

(d) Include the time period within which the recipient must be in compliance in order to avoid a penalty.