The remedies provided by this chapter are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.
(A) Whenever evidence of a violation of this chapter is obtained in part through the participation of a person under the age of 18 years old, a person shall not be required to appear or give testimony in any civil or administrative process brought to enforce this chapter and the alleged violation shall be adjudicated based upon the sufficiency and persuasiveness of the evidence presented.
(B) Violations of this chapter may be enforced pursuant to Chapter 1.03 of this code providing for administrative citations and fines. Violations of this chapter also may be subject to a civil action brought by the District Attorney’s office with the consent of the city. In the event of the enforcement, the administrative fines levied or penalties sought at a minimum shall be:
(1) A fine not less than $250 and not exceeding $1,000 for a first violation in any 60-month period;
(2) A fine not less than $1,500 and not exceeding $2,500 for a second violation in any 60-month period; or
(3) A fine not less than $3,000 and not exceeding $10,000 for a third or subsequent violation in any 60-month period.
(C) Causing, permitting, aiding, abetting or concealing a violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a violation.
(D) Violations of this chapter are hereby declared to be public nuisances.
(Ord. 2009-65, passed - -2009)