(EDITOR'S NOTE: See Section 303.99 for misdemeanor classifications and penalties.)
(a) Handicapped Parking.
(1) Whoever violates Section 351.04(f) is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00), but in no case shall an offender be sentenced to any term of imprisonment.
(2) Arrest or conviction for a violation of Section 351.04(f) does not constitute a criminal record and need not be reported by the person so arrested or convicted in response to any inquiries contained in any application for employment, license, or other right or privilege, or made in connection with the person’s appearance as a witness.
(3) Except as provided in this section, the Village shall use the fine monies received under this subsection to pay the expenses it incurs in complying with the signage and notice requirements contained in division (E) of Section 4511.69 of the Revised Code. The Village may use up to fifty percent (50%) of each fine it receives under this division to pay the cost of educational, advocacy, support, and assistive technology programs for persons with disabilities, and for public improvements within the Village that benefit or assist persons with disabilities, if governmental agencies or non-profit organizations offer the programs.
(Ord. 31-1999. Passed 12-8-99.)