California · Vehicle Code

VEH §42001.10: Every person convicted for a violation of Section 38020 shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) for a first offense, and not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for eve

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A person convicted of violating Section 38020 must pay a fine of $50–$250, depending on whether it is a first or subsequent offense.

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Every person convicted for a violation of Section 38020 shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) for a first offense, and not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for every subsequent offense.

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