Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 6. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL AND CONSERVATION. |
Chapter 6-7. ENERGY CONSERVATION. |
Article 6. ENFORCEMENT. |
§ 6-7-42. PENALTY.
(A)
A person commits a criminal offense if the person performs an act prohibited by this chapter or fails to perform an act required by this chapter. Each instance of a violation of this chapter is a separate offense.
(B)
Each offense under this chapter is subject to a fine.
(1)
Proof of culpable mental state is not required for a fine of up to $500.
(2)
If the person acts with criminal negligence, a fine of up to $2,000.00 may be assessed.
(C)
Proof of a higher degree of culpability than criminal negligence constitutes proof of criminal negligence.
(D)
Prosecution of an offense and enforcement of other remedies under this chapter are cumulative.
Source: Ord. 20081106-047; Ord. 20090827-021.