(A) Where specified in this code, a violation of this code shall be a Class 3 misdemeanor punished by a fine not exceeding $50. Each day that any violation of this code or of any ordinance continues shall constitute a separate offense, except for those offenses that by their nature should constitute a separate offense for each act.
(B) Despite the provisions of division (A) above, violation of any provision of this Code of Ordinances regulating the operation of any vehicle shall constitute an infraction, subject to the penalty provisions of G.S. §§ 14-3.1 and 14-4.
(C) In addition to or in lieu of the penalty provisions set forth above, the violator may be subject to civil penalties and/or equitable remedies as permitted under state law.
(D) (1) Unless otherwise specified in this code as a misdemeanor or infraction, any person who commits an act which violates the provisions of this code or who fails to comply with any of its requirements shall be subject to a civil penalty of up to $500, but no less than $50, for each separate offense. If the offender fails to pay this penalty within 10 days after being notified of a violation, the Town may recover the penalty in a civil action in the nature of debt. Each day that any violation continues after notification exists shall be considered a separate offense for purposes of the penalties and remedies specified in this section.
(2) Any person who is issued a civil penalty(ies) as described herein may, within 30 days from the date of the decision, appeal in writing to the Town Manager: (1) the determination of a violation(s) and/or (2) the amount of the penalty. Should the Town Manager uphold the decision(s) appealed, an appeal may be submitted in writing to the Town Council within 30 days from the date of the Town Manager's determination.
(1989 Code, § 10.99) (Ord. 403, passed 7-10-1993; Am. Ord. 1953, passed 11-9-2021)