§ 4.97.090. Penalties and enforcement.

(a)

Infractions. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an infraction, punishable as follows:

(1)

A fine not exceeding $100.00 for a first violation.

(2)

A fine not exceeding $200.00 for a second violation.

(3)

A fine not exceeding $500.00 for each additional violation within one year.

(b)

Misdemeanors. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter in excess of three times within one year, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(c)

Each day that a violation of this chapter continues shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter.

(d)

Enforcement of this chapter shall be the responsibility of the Chief of the San Mateo County Health System and his or her designees. In addition, any peace officer may also enforce this chapter.

(e)

The remedies provided for by this chapter are not intended to preclude or in otherwise limit any other remedy available by law or equity.

(Ord. No. 04718, § 2, 11-4-2014)