37-53-505. Injunctions. (1) The attorney general, in the name of the state or the board, may bring an action to enjoin a person from violating a provision of this chapter. Upon a proper showing, the district court shall grant a permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order, or writ of mandamus. The court may make any additional order of judgment necessary to restore to a person any interest in money or property, real or personal, that may have been acquired by an act prohibited or declared to be unlawful under this chapter. The prevailing party may recover costs of the action, including a reasonable attorney fee.
(2) The district court issuing an injunction shall retain jurisdiction. A person who violates the terms of an injunction shall pay a civil penalty as set by the court, but not to exceed $25,000.
(3) The attorney general, in the name of the state or the board, may apply to the district court to appoint a receiver or conservator for any person or the assets of any person who is subject to a cease and desist order, permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order, or writ of mandamus.
History: En. Sec. 27, Ch. 444, L. 1987.