Unless otherwise specifically provided:
(a) Whoever is convicted of or pleads guilty to a misdemeanor, other than a minor misdemeanor, shall be imprisoned for a definite term or fined, or both, which term of imprisonment and fine shall be fixed by the court as provided in this section.
(b) Terms of imprisonment for misdemeanors shall be imposed as follows:
(1) For a misdemeanor of the first degree, not more than 6 months;
(2) For a misdemeanor of the second degree, not more than 90 days;
(3) For a misdemeanor of the third degree, not more than 60 days;
(4) For a misdemeanor of the fourth degree, not more than 30 days.
(c) Fines for misdemeanors shall be imposed as follows:
(1) For a misdemeanor of the first degree, not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00);
(2) For a misdemeanor of the second degree, not more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00);
(3) For a misdemeanor of the third degree, not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00);
(4) For a misdemeanor of the fourth degree, not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00).
(d) Whoever is convicted of or pleads guilty to a minor misdemeanor shall be fined not more than one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00). In lieu of all or part of the fine, the court may impose a term of community service not to exceed thirty hours.
(e) The court may require a person who is convicted of or pleads guilty to a misdemeanor to make restitution for all or part of the property damage that is caused by his or her offense.
(ORC 2929.21(B) - (E); Ord. 75-2004. Passed 4-19-04.)