9.44.210 Violation-Criminal penalties.

   A.   Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, any person violating any provision of this chapter is guilty of an infraction, punishable as follows:

      1.   A fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100.00) for a first violation;

      2.   A fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200.00) for a second violation of the same section within one year;

      3.   A fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each additional violation of the same section within one year.

   B.   For the purposes of subsection A of this section, multiple violations occurring at the same time are not considered subsequent violations that qualify for the increased fine amounts; however, each violation is punishable by a separate fine.

   C.   Any person violating Section 9.44.100, 9.44.660, or 9.44.770 is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable as set forth in Section 1.28.020. Any person violating Section 9.44.680 is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable as set forth in that section.

   D.   If the person no longer possesses the animal, he or she is still responsible for any and all fines assessed. (Ord. 2015-0008 § 6)