(A) Minor offenses. The term
MINOR OFFENSE
as used in this section shall mean the violation of any of the following, when written as a local ordinance violation under § 70.01 of this Code:
(1) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-112(b) (Failure to transfer title within 20 days);
(2) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-401(a) (No valid registration - never applied);
(3) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-413(a), (b) (Improper display of license plates);
(4) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-413(f) (Operation of vehicle with expired registration plate or sticker);
(5) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-416 (Failure to notify the Secretary of State of name/ address change);
(6) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/3-701(a)(1) (No valid registration - no valid plate or sticker);
(7) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/5-202(e) (Failure to display three tow-truck plates);
(8) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/11-1406 (Obstruction to driver’s view or control);
(9) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/11-1407 (Improper opening of door into traffic);
(10) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/11-1410 (Coasting on downgrade);
(11) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/11-1411 (Following fire apparatus);
(12) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/11-1419.01 (Motor Fuel Tax I.D. Card);
(13) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-101 (Driving vehicle which is in unsafe condition or improperly equipped);
(14) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-201(a) (Daytime lights on motorcycles);
(15) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-201(b) (Driving vehicles without two lighted headlamps and tail lamps when required);
(16) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-202(a) and (b) (Insufficient clearance, identification or side marker lamps and reflectors - second division vehicles);
(17) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-204 (Lamp or flag on projecting load);
(18) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-205 (Failure to display required safety lights);
(19) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-207(a) (Improper use of more than one spot lamp);
(20) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-207(b) (Improper use of more than three auxiliary driving lamps);
(21) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-208 (Signal lamps and signal devices);
(22) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-209(c) (Defective backup lights);
(23) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-211(a) (Improper lighting on vehicles other than motorcycles - only one headlamp);
(24) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-211(b) (Improper use of more than four lighted headlights/auxiliary driving lamps);
(25) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-212(a) (Improper use of red light visible from front of vehicle);
(26) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-212(b) (Unlawful use of flashing lights);
(27) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-215 (Unlawful use of oscillating, rotating or flashing lights);
(28) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-301 (Use of defective brakes);
(29) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-401 (Restrictions as to tire equipment);
(30) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-405(c) (Use of unsafe tire);
(31) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-501(a) (Operation of vehicle without windshield);
(32) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-502 (Mirrors);
(33) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-503 (Windshields must be unobstructed and equipped with wipers);
(34) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-503(e) (Obstructed view due to defective condition or repair of any window);
(35) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-601 (Horns and warning devices);
(36) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-601(b) (Unlawful possession or use of siren);
(37) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-602 (Prevention of noise or smoke; mufflers);
(38) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-603 (Seat safety belts);
(39) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-603.1 (Driver and passenger required to use seat safety belts);
(40) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-610 (Operation of vehicle while wearing headset receiver);
(41) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-611 (Sound amplification system);
(42) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-702 (Certain vehicles to carry flares or other warning devices);
(43) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-710 (Splash guards and replacements);
(44) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-808 (Operating school bus without fire extinguisher);
(45) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-809 (Operating school bus without first aid kit);
(46) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-810 (Transporting handicapped passenger(s) without restraining device);
(47) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/15-109(b) (Operating loaded vehicle without securely fastened covering);
(48) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/15-114 (Unlawful pushing of disabled vehicle);
(49) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/18C-4104(a) (Operation without current cab card and Illinois identifier stamp);
(50) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/18C-4604(3) (Use of a cab card and Illinois identifier stamp issued to another carrier);
(51) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/18C-4604(4) (Failure to display or present a cab and Illinois identifier stamp);
(52) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/18C-4701(1) (Operating without trade name, license and registration number of carrier painted or affixed to both doors of power unit);
(53) Section 70.20 of this Code (requiring Village vehicle license);
(54) Section 70.24 of this Code (requiring display of Village vehicle sticker);
(55) Illinois Vehicle Code, 625 ILCS 5/12-604.1 (Television visible to driver).
(B) Settlement and compromise of minor offense. Any person charged with the commission of a minor offense may settle and compromise the charge by paying the Village the sum of $75 and showing proof of correction (where the nature of the charged violation permits correction) within 10 days from the time of the commission of the alleged offense, or by paying to the Village the sum of $150 and showing proof of correction (where the nature of the charged violation permits correction) after 10 days but no more than 20 days from the time of the commission of the alleged offense.
(C) Enforcement procedure.
(1) An officer observing a minor offense may, in lieu of an arrest, issue a Compliance “C” ticket along with a Minor Violation Notice. The Minor Violation Notice shall state that proof of repair or compliance is to be presented at the Village Hall or Police Department within 10 days, along with the required $75 fee. The Notice shall also state that the amount due will increase to $150 after 10 days. The Notice shall further state that, upon compliance and payment of the required fee, no appearance at an administrative hearing will be required and notification will not be sent to the Secretary of State. In addition, the Notice shall state that if the alleged violator fails to present proof of compliance and to pay the designated fee, the alleged violator must appear at the administrative hearing on the date specified in the Compliance “C” ticket.
(2) If the alleged violator fails to present proof of compliance and to pay the designated fee within 10 days, a “final notice” copy of the Compliance “C” ticket shall be sent to the alleged violator, with a letter requesting disposition within the next 10 days.
(3) If the alleged violator has not shown compliance and paid the designated fee within 20 days after the commission of the alleged offense, the Compliance “C” ticket shall be transferred to the Village Traffic Compliance Administrator for placement on the administrative hearing docket on the date specified on the ticket.
(1997 Code, § 41.37) (Ord. 83-25, passed 11-11-1983; Am. Ord. CO-95-02, passed 3-9-1995; Am. Ord. CO-96-04, passed 6-13-1996; Am. Ord. CO-00-31, passed 12-4-2000; Am. Ord. CO-2014-16, passed 4-15-2014)