40-492. Tampering with a utility; civil
action


A. A utility may bring an action for damages or to enjoin any activity against a
person who:


1. Makes a connection or reconnection with property owned or used by the utility to
provide utility service without the authorization or consent of the utility.


2. Prevents a utility meter or other device used to determine the charge for
utility services from accurately performing its measuring function.


3. Tampers with property owned or used by the utility.


4. Uses or receives the utility services without the authorization or consent of
the utility and knows or has reason to know of the unlawful diversion, tampering or
connection.


B. A utility need not suffer or be threatened with monetary damages to bring an
action to enjoin any activity under this article.