A. Violation of this Chapter is a misdemeanor punishable as set forth in Chapter 1.20 of this code, but may be charged, in the discretion of the citing officer, as an infraction. Violations of this Chapter shall not be charged as misdemeanors unless the citing officer observes egregious violations or aggravating circumstances.

B. Civil penalties under Chapter 1.28 shall be no less than $250 for the first violation, and shall be increased for subsequent violations by the same person.

C. Nothing in this Chapter in any way limits any other remedy that may be available to the City, or any penalty that may be imposed by the City, including but not limited to, under Chapters 1.24, 1.28, 13.40, 13.46 and 13.48. (Ord. 6975-NS § 1 (part), 2007)