North Hempstead |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 42. Public Waterways; Structures |
Article XI. Enforcement; Penalties For Offenses; Navigational Aids; Intermunicipal Agreements; Severability; Disclaimer |
§ 42-19. Penalties for offenses.
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A.The violation of any provision of this chapter shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $250 nor more than $1,000 for a first offense; by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $2,500 for the second of two offenses, both of which were committed within a period of one year; and by a fine of not less than $1,000 nor more than $5,000 for the third of a series of offenses, all of which were committed within a period of three years. Each day's continued violation shall be a separate additional violation of this chapter.B.In the event that any structure is erected, maintained or used in violation of this chapter, in addition to other remedies provided by law, any appropriate action or proceeding may be taken by the Town to prevent such unlawful erection, maintenance or use, to restrain, correct or abate such violation, to prevent the use of said structure or to prevent any illegal act, conduct or use in connection with such structure and to compel compliance with the provisions of this chapter.