(A) Any person violating any provision of this chapter or aiding in or abetting or making any misrepresentation in regard to any matter prescribed by this chapter or resisting, obstructing or impeding the Chief of Police or authorized agents in enforcing this chapter, shall, upon conviction, be fined not less than $50 nor more than $750.
(B) (1) The minimum fine for a dog running at large when the Police Department or authorized agent intervenes is $50 for the first offense, $75 for the second offense and for the third or subsequent offense, the fine shall not exceed $250.
(2) If dog is placed in a municipal shelter or boarding facility, the owner is responsible for:
(a) Any boarding fees imposed by the facility;
(b) County redemption fees; and
(c) State public safety fines.
(C) Each occurrence of failure to comply constitutes a separate offense.
(D) Any person who violates this chapter is guilty of a petty offense and shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $750. The city may file a complaint for an alleged violation of this chapter or the city may bring suit seeking to permanently enjoin any ongoing violation of this chapter.
(Ord. 2017-4-11, passed 4-11-2017)