At all auctions conducted within the City limits, it shall be unlawful for any person to act or to employ another to:
A. Act as a by-bidder (or what is commonly known as a "capper" or "booster"), by which an individual bids at auction for the sole purpose of raising the price of the item for the benefit of the seller;
B. Make or accept any false or misleading bid; or
C. Pretend to buy or sell any article sold or offered for sale. (1952 Code § 5-30-07; amd. 2019 Code)