California · Government Code

GOV §51185: (a) A violation of Section 51182 is an infraction punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500).

Infraction

What this law says, in plain English

A first violation of Section 51182 is an infraction with a fine of $100–$500. A second violation within five years carries a fine of $250–$500. A third violation within five years is a misdemeanor with a minimum $500 fine.

Read the full statutory text

(a) A violation of Section 51182 is an infraction punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (b) If a person is convicted of a second violation of Section 51182 within five years, that person shall be punished by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (c) If a person is convicted of a third violation of Section 51182 within five years, that person is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500).

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