No train of a greater length than 700 feet shall be moved for the purpose of transferring such train or any part of it, to another, or opposite, or adjoining track in making up any train or distributing the same. No such train shall be composed of more than 20 cars. Provided, further, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to trains while running or being operated on railroad tracks which are elevated above or depressed below the surface of the streets crossing, or adjacent to, such tracks, in accordance with the provisions of any city ordinance requiring such depression or elevation. Provided, further, that this section shall not apply to any private switch yard nor to any place where such train or cars do not obstruct a crossing at the street grade used by traffic and public travel.
Any person that shall violate any of the provisions of this section shall be fined for the first violation $100.00, and for each succeeding violation the sum of $200.00.
(Prior code § 188-47)