1. A violation of this chapter shall be enforced as follows:
A. Prior to issuing any citation of arrest pursuant to this chapter, the investigating officer shall inquire whether the unlawful camping and storage of personal property is due to houselessness. If the officer learns that such is the case, the officer shall determine, in accordance with the relevant department policy, if there is available overnight shelter to accommodate the subject of the investigation. If the officer determines that there is no available overnight shelter, the officer shall not issue a citation unless it is a repeat offense.
B. If the officer determines that there is available overnight shelter, the officer may, within his or her discretion:
(1) Provide directions to the shelter location.
(2) Offer one-time transport to the shelter location.
(3) Any individual who refuses to accept the shelter space offered is subject to citation in accordance with Section 47.03 of this chapter.