(A) Unless otherwise provided in this chapter or by state law, a violation of any of the provisions of this article shall be punishable as provided in Chapter 1 of this code. A violation of this article is a misdemeanor and subject to a $1,000 penalty, per violation (Government Code, § 36901). A separate violation shall exist for every single canister sold, purchased or possessed in violation of this article.
(B) This article is a regulatory provision necessary for the protection of the public health, welfare and safety. In any criminal prosecution for a violation of this chapter, it is not necessary to prove knowledge or criminal intent.
(C) A violation of any provision of this article constitutes a public nuisance.
(Ord. 1055, passed 11-19-2019; Am. Ord. 1070, passed 11-15-2022)