5-1-5. Criminal prosecution right.

The County has sole discretion in deciding whether to file a civil or criminal case for the violation of any of its codes, ordinances, or state statutes. The County may choose to file both or one or the other. The enactment of this administrative remedy shall in no way interfere with the County's right to prosecute violations as criminal offenses. The County may use any of the remedies available under the law in both civil and criminal prosecution. If the County chooses to file both civil and criminal charges for the same day of violation, no civil penalties may be assessed, but all other remedies are available. (Ord. 2005-05, 2/15/05 )