Violation of this chapter shall be deemed a violation, and upon conviction, the violator shall be fined not less than $20 nor more than $500 plus court costs. Any person violating this chapter may also be found guilty of a civil offense. The civil fine shall be paid directly to the city. If the fine is not paid within 30 days from the date of notification, then the city may recover said fine in a civil action in a court of proper jurisdiction. The city may also obtain injunctions or abatement orders to insure compliance with this chapter or pursue administrative remedies when appropriate, including injunctions and abatement proceedings. Each day a sexually oriented business so operates is a separate offense or violation.
(Ord. 04-06, passed 7-6-04)