California · Vehicle Code

VEH §31618: Where not specifically provided otherwise, it is a misdemeanor for any person to violate any provision of this division.

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Violating any provision of this division is a misdemeanor. First violation: fine of at least $1,000 or up to 6 months imprisonment, or both. Repeat violations: fine of at least $2,000 or up to 6 months imprisonment, or both.

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Where not specifically provided otherwise, it is a misdemeanor for any person to violate any provision of this division. Every person convicted of a misdemeanor for a violation of any of the provisions of this division shall be punished as follows: (a) For a first violation, by a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment. (b) For a second or subsequent violation, by a fine of not less than two thousand dollars ($2,000) or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment.

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