Below is a list of citations, fines/penalties and surcharges enforced by Boulder County law enforcement, Boulder County Security and Boulder County Parks and Open Space Rangers.
Model Traffic Code – Traffic and Parking Fines
| MOTORIZED BIKES AND SCOOTERS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 109 | Low-Power scooters, animals, skis, skates, and toy vehicles on highways | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 109(6.5) | Minor on low-power scooter must wear protective gear | Traffic offense (109(13)(b)) | $100.00 | $43.50 |
| 109.5 | Low-speed electric vehicle – operated where prohibited | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $17.50 |
| 109.6 | Class B low-speed electric vehicle – operated where prohibited | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $17.50 |
| MOTORCYCLES | ||||
| 232 | Motorcycles/scooters operator and passenger must wear eye protection must have footrests when carrying passenger |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1502(1), (2), (3), (4) | Improper riding on motorcycle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 1502(4.5) | Minor driver/passenger of motorcycle failed to wear protective helmet as required | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $43.50 |
| 1503 | Motorcycle on laned roads – illegal operation | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 1504 | Motorcycle clinging to other vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| OBSTRUCTION OF VIEW ‐ HAZARDOUS SITUATION | ||||
| 201 | Obstruction of driver’s view or driving mechanism | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| EQUIPMENT | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 202 | Unsafe vehicles prohibited | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| 204 | Headlights not on when required | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 205 | Required headlights – 2 for vehicles, 1 for motorcycles, etc. | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 206(1) | Two required tail lights for 4-wheel vehicles and trailers | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 206(3) | Vehicle had no or defective light for rear license plate | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 208 | Two brake lights required (4-wheel vehicles) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 209 | Projecting load had no/improper flag/light | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 217 | Failure to dim lights to oncoming traffic or when following traffic | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 220 | Operated motorized bicycles/motor driven cycles without required lighting equipment Used/attached/operated an unapproved lamp or lighting device on a motor vehicle |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 221(2) | Bicycles require headlamps at dark | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 221(3) | Bicycles require red rear reflector | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 221(7) | Bicycles/E-bikes require brakes | TIB -Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 221(8) | Retailers of bicycles/e-bikes required to have serial # stamped in frame | TIB -Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 222(1) | Emergency lights on private volunteer fire vehicles must only be used for emergency response | TIB -Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 223 | Brakes required on vehicles, motorcycles, and trailers over 3,000 lbs. excluding farm equipment as defined in the section | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 224(1) | Horns required on vehicles, prohibiting unreasonable loud sounds, excluding volunteer FD vehicles (excludes back up horns, escorts,
parades, or special purposes as defined in the section) |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 224(4) | Snow removal equipment required to have flashing yellow lights when in service on highways | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 224(5)(a) | Failure to use caution when passing snow removal equipment displaying flashing yellow lights | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 225 | Inadequate muffler created excessive noise | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 226(1) | Vehicles required to have exterior mirror(s) that reflect to the driver a free and unobstructed view of the highway to the rear of the
vehicle |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 226(2) | Vehicle with obstructed rear view required to have exterior side mirrors that comply with the requirements in section 226(1) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 227(1) | Vehicle windows, except windshield, must not be composed of, covered by, or treated with material that allows less that 27% light
transmittance. |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $50.00 | $29.50 |
| 227(2) | Vehicle had no or defective windshield wipers | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 228(2) | Metal and solid rubber tires prohibited | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 228(3) | Studs or cleats illegal (chain law exception) | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 228(5) | Tires must be in safe operating condition | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 229(4) | Windshield with safety glazing required on motor vehicles (registered collector vehicles excluded) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 230 | Failed to carry and/or use required emergency triangles and hazard lighting (trucks weighing 6,000 lbs. or more and passenger buses) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 231 | Operated vehicle with parking lights only when headlights required | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 234 | Operated a slow moving vehicle without required emblem | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 236 | Operated vehicle without using required applicable child restraint system or safety belt (excludes minor drivers who violate this
section; minor’s penalized under 42-2-105.5) |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $65.00 | $29.50 |
| 237 | Failure for driver/passenger to use safety belt when required | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $65.00 | $19.50 |
| 239(2) | Misuse of wireless phone by person under 18 while operating a motor vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | First offense: $50 Second : $100 |
$19.50 |
| 239(3) | Misuse of wireless phone by person over 18 while operating a motor vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | First offense: $50 Second : $100 |
$19.50 |
| SIZE, WEIGHT, & LOAD VIOLATIONS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 502(1) | Operated or permitted operation of over-width vehicle | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $75.00 | $37.50 |
| 502(2)(b) | Width of vehicle and load of rectangular hay bales exceeds limit of 10’6 in. | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $75.00 | $37.50 |
| 502(3) | Operated vehicle dragging chain, rope, wire, or other equipment | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $75.00 | $37.50 |
| 503 | Operated passenger vehicle with projecting load | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 504 | Operated or permitted operation of overheight/overlength vehicle | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $75.00 | $37.50 |
| 512 | Operated a vehicle/object/contrivance that caused damage to highway/highway structure | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $75.00 | $37.50 |
| SIGNALS, SIGNS, & MARKINGS | ||||
| 603 | Disobeyed official traffic control device: sign/signal/marking | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 604 | Disobeyed traffic control signals: traffic lights/lane-use-control signals | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 605 | Disobeyed requirements of flashing signal | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 606 | Displayed an unauthorized sign/signal/marking or traffic control device | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 607(1)(a) | Unlawfully removed/altered/defaced an official traffic control device | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $50.00 | $29.50 |
| 607(1)(b) | Unlawfully possessed/sold electronic device designed to affect interfere with an official traffic control device | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $50.00 | $29.50 |
| 607(2)(a) | Unlawfully used an electronic device to interfere with an official traffic control device | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $45.50 |
| 608(1) | Failed to use hand or lamp signal when required | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $19.50 |
| 608(2) | Vehicle not equipped with stop/turn signals | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 609 | Gave improper hand signal | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 610 | Used unauthorized government insignia | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 612 | Failed to observe procedures for inoperative/malfunctioning traffic signals | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 615 | School zones – increase in penalties for moving traffic violations | Doubled under 42-4- 1701(4)(d) – unless fines are already doubled because offense occurred in construction zone. | ||
| RIGHTS‐OF‐WAY | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 701 | Failure to yield right-of-way when required – uncontrolled intersection | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 702 | Failure to yield right-of-way when turning left | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 703(3) | Failure to yield right-of-way from stop sign | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 703(4) | Failure to yield at yield sign | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 704 | Failure to yield Right-of-way when entering highway from other than another roadway | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 705 | Failure to yield Right-of-way to emergency vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $29.50 |
| 706 | Failure to obey railroad signal | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 707 | School Bus/Commercial Vehicle failed to stop at railroad grade crossing when required | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 708 | Violated restrictions regarding heavy equipment movement at railroad grade crossing | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| 709 | Driver obstructed other vehicles or pedestrians at an intersection/crosswalk/railroad grade crossing | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 710(1) | Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrian upon emerging from alley, driveway, building, parking lot, or other place | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 710(2) | Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrian upon entering an alley, driveway, building, parking lot, or other place | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 710(3) | Drove vehicle on sidewalk | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 711 | Failure to obey requirements for mountain/defile/canyon driving | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 712 | Failure to yield right-of-way in a construction zone when required | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| PEDESTRIANS | ||||
| 801 | Pedestrian failed to obey traffic control device or signal. | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 802(1) | Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrian in crosswalk | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 802(3) | Pedestrian suddenly entered roadway creating an immediate hazard | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 802(4) | Rear approaching vehicle passed vehicle stopped at crosswalk to permit pedestrians to cross roadway | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 802(5) | Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrian at steady walk signal | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 803(1) | Pedestrian failed to yield to a vehicle at other than a crosswalk. | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 803(2) | Pedestrian failed to yield right-of-way to all vehicles when crossing roadway at pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 803(3) | Pedestrian crossed between adjacent intersections when crosswalks were available (jay-walking) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 803(4) | Pedestrian crossed roadway diagonally when prohibited | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 805(1) | Pedestrian/rider of animal violated restrictions while walking along or on a roadway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 805(2) | Pedestrian solicited ride in roadway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 805(3) | Pedestrian/rider of animal was under influence of alcohol or a drug while on roadway. | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 805(7) | Vehicle (endangered/impeded) traffic on roadway to pick up pedestrian | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 805(8) | Pedestrian failed to yield right-of-way to emergency vehicle | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 806 | Drove vehicle through a safety zone | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 807 | Driver failed to exercise due care when approaching a pedestrian | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 808 | Driver/pedestrian failed to yield right-of-way to disabled person | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| TURNING & STOPPING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 901 | Operator violated restrictions on turning right Operator violated restrictions on turning left | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 902 | Made U-turn when prohibited | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 903 | Failure to properly signal a turn/slowing down/stopping | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| OVERTAKING & PASSING | ||||
| 1001 | Failed to drive vehicle on right side of road | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 1001(1)(b) | Failed to yield right-of-way when forced to drive on left side of road due to obstruction in right lane | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 1002 | Failed to yield one-half of roadway to on-coming traffic | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1003 | Violated restrictions on passing/being passed | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1004 | Drove off pavement or main traveled roadway to pass on the right | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1005(1) | Passed on left without giving oncoming traffic sufficient clearance | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1005(2)(a) | Passed on hill/curve when view was obstructed | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1005(2)(b) | Passed when crossing/within 100′ of intersection/railroad crossing | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1005(2)(c) | Passed within 100′ of bridge/tunnel/viaduct when view was obstructed | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1005(3) | Passed on left where prohibited by signs or markings (double yellow) | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1006 | Drove wrong way on (one-way road/around rotary island) | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 1007 | Failed to drive in a single lane Changed lanes when unsafe or when prohibited by official traffic control device Drove vehicle in center lane of 3 lane roadway when (unnecessary/prohibited) or passed/attempted to pass on right hand shoulder |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1008 | Following too closely | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $23.50 |
| 1009 | Coasted vehicle when prohibited | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 1010 | Failed to drive as required on (divided/controlled-access) highway Vehicle unlawfully crossed roadway dividing (space/median/barrier) |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $23.50 |
| 1013 | Drove vehicle in passing lane when prohibited (posted 65 mph or more roadway) | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $13.50 |
| SPEED LIMITS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 1101(1) or (8)(b) and 1701(4)(a)(I)(L) | Speeding 1 to 4 mph over the reasonable and prudent speed or over the maximum lawful speed limit of 75 mph (fines and surcharges doubled
in construction/school zone) |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $34.50 |
| 1101(1) or (8)(b) and 1701(4)(a)(I)(L) | Speeding 5 to 9 mph over the reasonable and prudent speed or over the maximum lawful speed limit of 75 mph (fines and surcharges doubled
in construction/school zone) |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $70.00 | $38.50 |
| 1101(1) or (8)(b)and 1701(4)(a)(I)(L) | Speeding 10 to 19 mph over the reasonable and prudent speed or over the maximum lawful speed limit of 75 mph (fines and surcharges
doubled in construction/school zone) |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $135.00 | $44.50 |
| 1101(1) or (8)(b) and 1701(4)(a)(I)(L) | Speeding 20 to 24 mph over the reasonable and prudent speed or over the maximum lawful speed limit of 75 mph (fines and surcharges
doubled in construction/school zone) |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $200.00 | $60.50 |
| 1101(12)(b)-1 | Speeding 25 or more mph over the reasonable and prudent speed or over the maximum lawful speed limit of 75 mph (fines and surcharges
doubled in construction/school zone) |
Class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1101(12)(b)-2 | Speeding 25 or more mph over the reasonable and prudent speed in construction/school zone | Class 1 misdemeanor traffic offence | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1101(3) | Driving too fast for conditions | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $100.00 | $38.50 |
| 1103 | Impeded normal flow of traffic | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $50.00 | $34.50 |
| 1105 | Speed contest | Class 1 or 2 misdemeanor traffic offense | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| PARKING, STOPPING, & IMPROPER BACKING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 1201 | Violated safety precautions when starting a parked/stopped vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 1202 | Stopped/parked/left standing vehicle on paved portion of highway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 1204 | Stopped/parked/left standing vehicle where restricted/or prohibited by signs/markings/traffic control devices
|
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1204(2)(b) | Stopped/parked/left standing vehicle within 15 feet of fire hydrant in unincorporated county | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $50.00 | $19.50 |
| 1205(1) | Parked vehicle more than 12′ from curb/Failed to park as close as practicable to shoulder | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1205(2) | Parked vehicle in wrong direction/on wrong side of roadway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1206 | Violated restrictions on unattended vehicle | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1207 | Opening door into traffic | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 42-4-1208(3)(a) | Violated restrictions on reserved parking for persons with disabilities (person without a disability or valid placard parked in public
or private space reserved for persons with disabilities) |
Misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 42-4-1208(3)(b) | Violated time limit restrictions when parking in a space reserved for individuals with disabilities | $150.00 | $45.50 | |
| 42-4-1208(3)(c) | Violated restrictions on using reserved parking for commercial purposes | $150.00 | $45.50 | |
| 42-4-1208(3)(d) | Entity/employee of entity violated restrictions regarding use of identifying placard issued to entity | $150.00 | $45.50 | |
| 42-4-1208(4) | Parked vehicle blocked access to curb ramps, passenger loading zines, or accessible routes | Misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by | $32.00 |
| 42-4-1208(5) | Knowingly and fraudulently used/created/obtained/possessed/transferred/trafficked an identifying placard | Class 1 misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1211 | Illegal backing | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| OTHER OFFENSES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 1301(2)(d) | Person under 21 drove vehicle with BAC less than .05 but more or equal to .02 at time of driving or within two hours after driving | TIA – Class A traffic infraction Second Offense: Class 2 traffic misdemeanor | $100 Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | $29.50 |
| 1305 | Drank from/possessed an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle | TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $50.00 | $29.50 |
| 1305.5(2) | Passenger violated restrictions regarding use of marijuana/possession of open marijuana container within the passenger area of
vehicle |
TIA – Class A traffic infraction | $50.00 | $21.30 |
| 1401 | Reckless Driving | Class 2 Misdemeanor traffic offense | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1402 | Careless Driving | Class 2 Misdemeanor traffic offense Class 1 Misdemeanor traffic offense (if bodily injury or death) |
Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1403 | Violated restrictions on following fire apparatus Violated restrictions on driving into or parking within a block of where fire apparatus has stopped to respond to a fire alarm |
TIA – Class A traffic offense | $30.00 | $19.50 |
| 1404 | Drove vehicle over fire hose | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1405 | Violated restrictions in riding in trailer on highway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1406(1)(a) | Left/deposit/threw foreign matter on highway | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| 1406(5)(b)(II) | Left/deposit/threw container of human created waste on highway (includes bottle, can, box, or diaper) | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $500.00 | $13.50 |
| 1406(1)(b) | (Threw/dropped/otherwise expelled) a lighted cigarette, cigar, match, or other burning material upon a highway from a motor vehicle | Class 2 misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1406(2) | (Drops/throws/permits to be dropped or thrown) or fails to remove (lit/burning) material upon any highway or structure | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| 1407(3)(a) | (Spilled load on highway/failed to cover/properly secure load) or (Violated restrictions regarding covering or securing load when
transporting trash or other recyclables) (vehicle other than car or pickup truck without causing bodily injury) |
TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $35.00 | $23.50 |
| 1407(3)(b) | (Spilled load on highway/failed to cover/properly secure load) or (Violated restrictions regarding covering or securing load when
transporting trash or other recyclables) while driving or moving a car or pickup truck without causing bodily injury |
TIA – Class A traffic offense | $100.00 | $43.50 |
| 1407(3)(c) | (Spilled load on highway/failed to cover/properly secure load) or (Violated restrictions regarding covering or securing load when
transporting trash or other recyclables) while driving or moving a car or pickup truck and caused bodily injury |
Class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1409 | No proof of insurance | Class 1 misdemeanor traffic offence | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 1411 | Violated restrictions on use of earphones while operated a motor vehicle | TIB – Class B traffic infraction | $15.00 | $19.50 |
| 1413 | Eluding/attempting to elude a police officer | Class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| MISCELLANEOUS ORDINANCES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 2006-2 §6 | Fire Ban | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $500 Second offense: $750 Third offense: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 1992-28 § 1.01.030 | Violated restrictions on excessive sound/noise | Class 2 petty offense | $30 plus $30 increase for ea. subsequent offense w/in one year to max of $300 | $10.00 |
| 1992-28 § 1.01.070 | Operated vehicle without a muffler/working muffler | Class 2 petty offense | $30 plus $30 increase for ea. subsequent offense w/in one year to max of $300 | $10.00 |
| 1992-28 § 1.01.080 | Muffler modification | Class 2 petty offense | $30 plus $30 increase for ea. subsequent offense w/in one year to max of $300 | $10.00 |
| 2014-1 § III.A | Open burning without a permit | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $250 Third offense: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2014-1 § III.B | Failure to notify of open or agricultural burn | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $250 Third offense: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2014-1 § III.C | Failure to follow conditions of burn permit | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $250 Third offense: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2014-1 § III.D | Violated restrictions on burning during a fire weather watch/red flag day/high wind watch or warning (agricultural burning is exempt) | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $500 Subsequent offense: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| ANIMAL CONTROL | ||||
| 2012-6 § 3 | Rabies inoculation Required | Class 2 petty offense | $35.00 | $10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 4 | Failure to properly display rabies inoculation tag | Class 2 petty offense | $35.00 | $10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 5 | Failure to prevent dog from disturbing the peace by loud persistent and habitual noise | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $45 Second Offense: $80 Third Offense: $120 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 6(A); 6(D) | Failure to prevent dog from running at large (penalties doubled if dog is un-spayed/un-neutered) | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $45 Second Offense: $80 Third Offense: $120 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 7 | Failure to properly confine vicious dog | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Second Offense: $300 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 8(A) | Treatment of Animals – Cruelty to animals | Mandatory court appearance | ||
| 2012-6 §§ 8(B); 8(C); 8(D); 8(E) | Treatment of Animals – Improper care, extreme temperature exposure, unsafe tethering, unsafe transporting | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $45 Second Offense: $80 Third Offense: $120 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 9(A) | Failure to confine female dogs in heat | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $45 Second Offense: $80 Third Offense: $120 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 9(B) | Allowed accumulation of excessive dog feces | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $45 Second Offense: $80 Third Offense: $120 Subsequent Offenses Max: $1000 |
$10.00 |
| 2012-6 § 12(B) | Violation of animal control ordinance involving bodily injury | Class 2 Misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by | |
| 2012-6 § 9(C) | Habitual Offender – Dog owner violated animal control ordinance 3 or more times in two years | Special Sanctions imposed by court under 2012-6 § 12(C) | ||
| BOULDER COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE | ||||
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| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 2016-25 § 1(a) | Unlawful to remove, move, destroy, mutilate, deface, or collect any natural or manmade object within any County Parks and Open Space area | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 1(b)-1 | Unlawful to install or replace rock bolts, plant vegetation, any type of landscape material | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 1(b)-2 | Unlawful to establish or construct trails or other facilities for public or private use without Director’s written permission | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 2(a) | Unlawful for person/domestic animal to feed/hunt/pursue/trap/molest/disturb/kill any wildlife within any County Parks and Open Space area when prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. Unlawful hunting violation: First Offense: $300 Subsequent Offenses: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 2(b) | Released or relocated animal within County Parks or Open Space areas without authorization | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 3-1 | Fishing w/o License | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 3-2 | Use of seines, cast nets, and/or live traps on any body of water within County Parks or Open Space areas | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 4 | Possess/discharge any firearm (except peace officers on official duty and County Park Rangers) or projectile including but not limited
to fireworks, BB guns, pellet guns, rockets air guns, paint ball guns, blow guns, crossbows, longbows, and slingshots |
Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $300 Subsequent Offenses: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(a)-1 | Dog/domestic animal off leash when prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(a)-2 | Owner/keeper of dog/domestic animal in off leash area must restrain animal when requested by County Parks and Open Space Staff | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(b) | Unlawful to allow domestic animal to engage in disorderly conduct/interfere with health, safety, or welfare/create a nuisance including unwanted physical contact or threatening behavior | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(c) | Fail to remove and dispose of dog excrement | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(d) | Dog in County Parks or Open Space area where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(e) | Fail to maintain physical control of horse as required | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(f)-1 | Domestic animal left tied/restrained and unattended | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(f)-2 | Domestic animal left tied/restrained in a manner that damages vegetation/structures or interferes or disturbs use of established trails/picnic areas/campsites | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 5(i) | Animal confined in motor vehicle in manner that is life threatening | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 6 | Camping prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 7(a) | Open fires prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offenses Max: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 7(b) | Fires prohibited by ban | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offenses Max: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 8 | Rode human powered wheeled vehicle where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 9(a) | Operated motor vehicle where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offenses Max: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 9(c) | Parked vehicle in non-designated area or where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $25 Second Offense: $50 Third Offense: $75 Fourth Offense: $100 Subsequent offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
$10.00 |
| 2016-25 § 9(d) | Parked vehicle after hours | Class 2 petty offense | $50.00 | $10.00 |
| 2016-25 § 9(e) | Violated restrictions on parking in handicapped space/no placard displayed. See Section 42‐4‐1208(3)(a), under Parking, Stopping, and Improper Backing. |
Misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court. | |
| 2016-25 § 9(f) | Parked in manner that impedes the safe flow of traffic | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
$10.00 |
| 2016-25 § 10 | Violated restrictions on posting brochures/ads/signs in parks/on vehicles | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 11 | Violated restrictions on swimming/diving/ice skating/walking on ice/use of floatation device not for fishing | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 12(a) | Failed to place trash in trash receptacles or abandoned or dumped property | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 12(b) | Cleaning out vehicles/livestock trailers | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 12(c) | Dumping hazardous materials or waste prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 13 | Glass containers prohibited outside of enclosed vehicle | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 14 | Smoking is prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 15 | Consumption of marijuana or marijuana derivative prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 16 | Possession/consumption of alcohol over 3.2% by weight prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 17 | In park after hours (sunrise/sunset) | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 18 | Research projects must have written authorization | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 19 | Commercial activity prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 20 | Groups of 25 or more must have reservations | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 21 | Disorderly conduct by people prohibited interfering with health/safety/welfare of others creating nuisance to other users (amplified sound) | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 22(a) | Trail user failed to yield right-of-way as required | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 23(a) | Entered Agricultural lands/areas closed to public | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 23(b) | Entered lands/areas closed to public wildlife, vegetation, management review, contractual agreement, public safety concerns and/or other resource protection needs | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $150 Subsequent Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 24(a) | Engaged in prohibited activity: polluting land, water, or air; golfing; hang gliding; paragliding; parapenting; parachuting; parasailing;
the use of remote-controlled land, water, or air- borne devices; mountain skateboards; mountain ski-bikes; off- road roller blades; and similar devices |
Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 24(b) | Operate, take off, or land any motorized or non-motorized aircraft when prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 24(c) | Special regulations may apply to buildings open to public and will be posted on site | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 25 | Violation of any official rule or regulation posted on sign | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(a) | Length of stay at campground exceeded 14 day limit within calendar year | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(b) | Stayed past checkout time of 10:00 a.m. | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(c) | Violated campground quiet hours – 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(d) | Discharged gray or black water from motor home, camper, or trailer where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(e) | No valid camping permit | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(f) | Livestock in campground prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(g) | Livestock must be penned or under physical control in exhibit areas | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(h) | Shower facility use by registered campers only | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 26(i) | Violation of any rule or regulation contained in the Boulder County Fairgrounds manual | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 27(a) | Engaged in boating where prohibited/did not comply with state law regulating boating | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 27(b) | Sailboats/sailboards prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 27(c) | Operated motorized vessel where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $75 Second Offense: $150 Third Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| 2016-25 § 28 | Interfering with duties of Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department ranger/employee or gave false or misleading information to ranger/employee with intent to mislead | Class 2 petty offense | First Offense: $300 Subsequent Offense: $300 or max allowed by law. |
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| GROSS RESERVOIR | ||||
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| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 2005-49 § 1(a) | Remove, destroy, deface, or collect any natural manmade object | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 1(b) | Rock bolts, install gates, landscape, or build trails | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 2(a) | Feed, hunt, trap, kill wildlife | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300Unlawful hunting: First offense $300 Second Offense: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 2(b) | Unlawful to release/relocate animals | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 3 | Fishing or boating violations | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 4 | Weapons and fireworks violations | Class 2 petty offense | First offense $300 Second Offense: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 5(a) | Dog off-leash/not under control | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 5(b) | Domestic animal disorderly, interferes with health, safety of others | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 5(c) | Dogs prohibited from specific areas/reservoir | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 5(e) | Horses must be under physical control of person | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 7(b) | Fires prohibited by ban | Class 2 petty offense | First offense $300 Second Offense: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 9(c) | Parked in non-designated area | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
$10.00 |
| 2005-49 § 9(d) | Parked after hours | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
$10.00 |
| 2005-49 § 9(e) | Parked in handicapped space/not displaying a placard | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
$10.00 |
| 2005-49 § 10 | Body contact with water where prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 12 | Glass containers prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 2005-49 § 13 | Possess/consume alcohol over 3.2% | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 14 | In park after hours | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 17 | Disorderly conduct/amplified sound(s) | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| 2005-49 § 19 | Closure Violation | Class 2 petty offense | First offense: $50 Second offense: $100 Third offense: $200 Subsequent offenses: $300 |
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| PARKING IN BOULDER COUNTY PARKING LOTS | ||||
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| Section | Title | Penalty class | Fine/Penalty | Surcharge(s) Total |
| 2017-1 § IV.5(a) | Parked on sidewalk | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.5(b)(1) | Parked on a roadway in or within 5 feet of driveway/junction | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.5(b)(2) | Parked too close to fire hydrant | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.5(b)(3) | Parked in a bus stop | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.5(b)(4) | Parked where traffic control sign/device prohibited parking | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.6 | Violated parking time limit restriction | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.7 | Vehicle not entirely within one parking space | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.8(a) | Violated time limit restriction for parking in passenger loading zone | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.8(b) | Violated time limit restriction for parking in property loading zone | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
| 2017-1 § IV.9 | Violated restrictions on parking in handicapped space/no placard displayed. See Section 42‐4‐1208(3)(a), under Parking, Stopping, and Improper Backing | Misdemeanor | Penalties, costs, and surcharges imposed by court | |
| 2017-1 § IV.10(a) | Vehicle parked in County-owned parking lot or space when prohibited | Class 2 petty offense | $25.00 | $10.00 |
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