Arkansas § 14-55-504 - Maximum penalties permitted.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-55-504 — Maximum penalties permitted., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-55-504. Maximum penalties permitted.
A municipal corporation shall not impose a fine or penalty greater than: One thousand dollars ($1,000) for the first offense or violation of a bylaw or ordinance; Two thousand dollars ($2,000) for the second offense or violation of the bylaw or ordinance; or Four thousand dollars ($4,000) for each subsequent offense or violation of the bylaw or ordinance. If a thing prohibited or rendered unlawful is, in its nature, continuous in respect to time, the fine or penalty for allowing the continuance thereof, in violation of the bylaw or ordinance, shall not exceed five hundred dollars ($500) for each day that it is unlawfully continued. If any bylaw or ordinance provides for any greater fine, penalty, or forfeiture than is provided in this section, it shall and may be lawful, in any suit or prosecution for the recovery thereof, to reduce it to such amount as shall be deemed reasonable and proper and to permit a recovery or render a judgment for such amount as authorized.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-55-504
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-55-504 cover?
Section 14-55-504 ("Maximum penalties permitted.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 14-55-504?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-55-504" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 14-55-504 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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