(1) A person who violates this act is responsible for a state civil infraction and shall be assessed a fine of not more than $500.00, unless that violation is by this act or other law of this state declared to be a felony or a civil infraction.

    (2) Motor carrier officers appointed by the director of the department of state police shall have all the powers conferred upon peace officers by the general laws of this state to enforce this act and the rules promulgated pursuant to this act.