(A) Penalties. Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter, except §§ 8.20.270 and 8.20.310 through 8.20.390, is guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person, firm or corporation violating §§ 8.20.270 and 8.20.310 through 8.20.390, is guilty of an infraction. Any subsequent violation of §§ 8.20.270 and 8.20.310 through 8.20.390 within two years of the first violation of the same section shall be a misdemeanor. Penalties for violations in this chapter are established by Chapter 1.08 of this code.
(B) Private action by franchisee. Any franchisee may bring a private action to enjoin and prevent violations of §§ 8.20.120 and 8.20.220 to the fullest extent allowed under California law, including but not limited to actions alleging that such violations constitute unfair competition within the meaning of the law.
(C) Collection services. In addition to being assessed penalties established by Chapter 1.08 of this code. Any person violating any of the provisions of § 8.20.330 may also have collection services automatically provided at their expense pursuant to § 8.20.360.
(Ord. 3338 § 4 (part), 2021)