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Department of Municipal Court
Reference: Amend Municipal Code 1-24-10 to increase the maximum possible fine which may be imposed
To: Mayor Richard N. McLean and Members of City Council
Through: Manuel Esquibel, City Manager
Prepared By: Michelle Ramos, Court Administrator
Date Prepared: November 5, 2014
PURPOSE: To Amend by Ordinance the Brighton Municipal Code Section 1-24-10, the maximum fine which may be imposed
BACKGROUND: Section 1-24-10 of the Brighton Municipal Code currently authorizes the municipal court to impose a maximum fine of up to $1000 for a violation of any ordinance designated as liable to be punished by general penalty per the Brighton Municipal Code.
The Colorado State Legislature adopted C.R.S. §13-10-113 in 2013 which increased the maximum fine which may be imposed to two thousand six hundred fifty dollars ($2,650). It was also stated that the maximum fine would be subject to an annual review to determine if the fine amount could be increased by an increase in the cost of living.
The judge of the municipal court shall not exceed the maximum as it is outlined by ordinance. However, the judge would have the authority to suspend all or a portion of a sentence and grant probation for up to one year if it is determined to be an appropriate sanction for the violation in the interest of public health, safety and welfare.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
1) Approve
2) Not approve