§ 78-559. Violation of this article is a misdemeanor.

Any person who violates sections 78-550 to 78-558 is guilty of a misdemeanor.

(a)

First conviction. A fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs and/or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 60 days or both.

(b)

Second conviction. A fine of not less than $200.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs and/or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 60 days or both.

(c)

Third conviction. A fine of not less than $500.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs and/or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 60 days or both.

(d)

Fourth conviction. Any person convicted of four or more violations of this article shall be subject to a fine of not less than $1,000.00 and costs and/or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 60 days or both. A fourth conviction shall be considered a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature.

(Amd. of 2-23-16)

State law reference

O.C.G.A. § 43-4B-25.