A. Whoever violates this Part or the regulations promulgated under this Part shall be fined not less than twenty-five dollars nor more than five hundred dollars, or imprisoned for not less than ten days nor more than six months, or both.
B. In addition to the penalties authorized in this Section, the commissioner may apply for injunctive relief restraining violations of this Part or institute necessary actions for failure to pay accounts due the department. The person condemned in any such proceeding shall be liable for the costs of court and for any additional costs incurred by the department in gathering the necessary evidence, including reasonable attorney fees and expert witness fees.