2025 Session
Last amended: 1991 session
§ 115A.915 — Lead Acid Batteries; Land Disposal Prohibited
Plain-Language Summary
This section makes it illegal to put lead acid batteries — the kind used in cars and trucks — in regular trash or to dispose of them in any non-approved way. The ban has been in effect since January 1, 1988. Violations are a misdemeanor, and the Pollution Control Agency can enforce this section.
115A.915 LEAD ACID BATTERIES; LAND DISPOSAL PROHIBITED.
A person may not place a lead acid battery in mixed municipal solid waste or dispose of a lead acid battery after January 1, 1988. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. This section may be enforced by the agency pursuant to sections 115.071 and 116.072.
History:
1987 c 348 s 24; 1Sp1989 c 1 art 20 s 6; 1991 c 347 art 1 s 18
History: History: 1987 c 348 s 24; 1Sp1989 c 1 art 20 s 6; 1991 c 347 art 1 s 18
Practical Notes
Anyone who throws a car battery in the trash or dumps it illegally can be charged with a misdemeanor. Lead acid batteries must be taken to a retailer, auto parts store, recycling center, or other facility that accepts them. Most auto parts stores are required to accept used batteries when you buy a replacement.