Record #:

19784

Author(s):

Lawrence, David M.

Abstract:

Several methods are available to cities and counties when enforcing their ordinances. Criminal enforcement is one, with the punishment usually being the payment of a fine. Another method is civil enforcement through an action in the nature of a debt, with the punishment being the payment of a penalty. This bulletin explores the differences that can result because a city or county decides to enforce a particular ordinance through one or the other method of enforcement.

Source:

Local Government Law Bulletin (NoCar KFN 7830 A15 L6), Vol. Issue 130, Dec 2012, p1-9, f

Subject(s):

Cities and counties--Local ordinances--Enforcement