(A) Any person found guilty of violating any provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine of not to exceed $100 or confinement in jail for a period of not to exceed 90 days, or be imposition of both fine and commitment within the discretion of the court. Each day that a violation of this chapter is continued or permitted to exist without compliance shall constitute a separate offense punishable upon conviction in the manner prescribed in this section, provided no person shall be imprisoned for a single but continuing violation of this chapter with the requirements of the chapter, and the provisions of this chapter may also be enforced by suit for an injunction, damage, or other appropriate legal action.
(B) All expenses incurred by the township caused by enforcement of this chapter may be charged against the property taxes of the owner and/or occupant, or alternately may be the subject of a civil action by the township against the owner and/or occupant of the premises to recover public funds expended for the removal or abatement of such violation.
(Ord. 85-1, passed 5-8-1985)