(A) Violation: It is unlawful to violate any provision of this Chapter. Violations of this Chapter shall be civil infractions. Each day of violation shall be deemed a separate offense.
(B) Civil Enforcement:
(1) If the Town chooses civil enforcement, a citation may be served by posting on the front door of the business in violation, or by personal service on the alleged violator, or by mailing first-class U.S. Mail to the last known address of the alleged violator.
(2) Civil violations shall be subject to the following fines and penalties:
(a) First violation in any twelve (12) month period: $500.
(b) Second violation in any twelve (12) month period: $1,500.
(c) Third and subsequent violations in any twelve (12) month period: $2,500.
(3) All penalties shall be paid within fourteen (14) days of the date of the citation. If the civil violation is paid, there shall be no opportunity to challenge or otherwise appeal the violation. If the violator disputes the violation, a written protest shall be filed with the Town within fourteen (14) days of the date of the citation.
(4) If the citation is protested, the Town shall cancel the citation and proceed to criminal enforcement.
(D) Criminal Enforcement: If the Town chooses criminal enforcement or a protest is filed and the civil citation is canceled, a summons and complaint may be served as provided in the Colorado Municipal Court Rules of Procedure. The penalties shall be as set forth in Section 1-4-1 of this Code.
(E) Other Remedies: In addition to the penalties described above, the Town shall have any and all remedies provided by law and in equity for a violation of this Chapter, including without limitation: damages; specific performance; and injunctive relief.
(Ord. 15(2022) § 4; Ord. 20(2022) § 4)