§ 10.92.160. Penalties.

Each violation of this chapter shall be a separate and distinct offense and in the case of a continuing violation, each day's continuance shall be a separate and distinct violation.

A.

Every violation of this chapter shall be unlawful and a public nuisance.

B.

The violation of any provision of this chapter is designated as Class 1 civil infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW. Civil infractions shall be heard and determined according to Chapter 7.80 RCW, as amended, and any applicable court rules.

C.

Any person violating any provision of this chapter shall be, upon conviction, guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine of not more than five hundred dollars or to imprisonment in the county jail not to exceed ninety days or to both fine and imprisonment.

D.

The prosecuting attorney is authorized to institute legal action to enforce compliance with the provisions of this chapter and may seek legal or equitable relief to enjoin any acts or practices or abate any conditions that constitute a violation of this chapter.

(Ord. 12722 § 12, 2002: Ord. 11987 § 1 (part), 1999)