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Minnesota yard waste laws carry fines and potential jail time
Minnesota residents must adhere to specific state laws regarding yard waste disposal to avoid significant penalties. Under Minnesota state law (Minn. Stat. § 115A. 931), it is illegal to throw yard waste, including leaves, grass clippings, weeds, shrubs, and branches, into the trash.
Additionally, burning leaves without a permit is classified as a misdemeanor. Violators of this law may face fines of up to $1,000, up to 90 days in jail, or both. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recommends composting yard waste as an alternative to burning.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Minnesota state law (Minn. Stat. § 115A. 931) prohibits throwing yard waste in the trash. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Burning leaves without a permit is a misdemeanor in Minnesota. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recommends composting yard waste. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Yard waste includes leaves, grass clippings, weeds, shrubs, and branches. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Violating leaf burning laws can result in up to 90 days in jail. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Violating leaf burning laws can result in a fine of up to $1,000. therockofrochester.com · krocnews.com · mix108.com