Chapter 8 — Civil Infractions

Jurisdiction: State of San Andreas · County of Bone · City of Las Venturas
Abbreviation: S.A.R.P.C.

Article I — General Overview

§801. Definition.
Civil infractions are non-criminal violations of law that typically result in fines, warnings, or community service.
They do not result in criminal records but may accumulate administrative penalties upon repetition.

§802. Purpose.
To maintain civic order, cleanliness, and community standards within populated and public areas of the State of San Andreas.

Article II — Public Behavior

S.A.R.P.C. §810 — Littering (Infraction)
Discarding trash or debris on public or private property.
Penalty: $500 fine or community service.

S.A.R.P.C. §811 — Public Disturbance (Infraction)
Unnecessary shouting, fighting, or disruptive behavior in public.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §812 — Public Nudity (Infraction)
Being nude in public areas without permit or artistic purpose.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §813 — Public Urination / Defecation (Infraction)
Engaging in unsanitary acts in public.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §814 — Loitering (Infraction)
Remaining in area without purpose after lawful order to disperse.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §815 — Begging / Soliciting without Permit (Infraction)
Requesting money or goods in public without authorization.
Penalty: $500 fine.

Article III — Property and Environment

S.A.R.P.C. §820 — Illegal Dumping (Class C Misdemeanor)
Depositing large quantities of waste, vehicles, or debris in unauthorized areas.
Penalty: 5–10 min jail, $1,000 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §821 — Unauthorized Posting (Infraction)
Placing advertisements, graffiti, or signage on public property.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §822 — Damaging Vegetation or Wildlife (Infraction)
Destroying or removing protected plants or animals.
Penalty: $500 fine and restitution.

S.A.R.P.C. §823 — Illegal Campfire (Class C Misdemeanor)
Starting or maintaining fire in restricted or fire-hazard areas.
Penalty: 5 min jail or $1,000 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §824 — Water Pollution (Class B Misdemeanor)
Discharging hazardous material into waterway.
Penalty: 10–15 min jail, $1,500 fine.

Article IV — Business and Commerce

S.A.R.P.C. §830 — Operating without Business License (Class B Misdemeanor)
Conducting business or trade without registration.
Penalty: 10–15 min jail, $1,500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §831 — Street Vending without Permit (Infraction)
Selling goods or services on public property without authorization.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §832 — Price Gouging (Class B Misdemeanor)
Unfairly inflating prices during declared emergencies.
Penalty: $1,500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §833 — Unauthorized Gambling (Class B Misdemeanor)
Hosting or participating in unlicensed gambling activities.
Penalty: 10–15 min jail, $1,500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §834 — Alcohol Sale Violation (Class C Misdemeanor)
Selling or serving alcohol without license or to minors.
Penalty: $1,000 fine and possible license revocation.

Article V — Housing and Zoning

S.A.R.P.C. §840 — Illegal Occupancy (Class C Misdemeanor)
Living in or using property without permission or habitability.
Penalty: 5–10 min jail, $1,000 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §841 — Noise Ordinance Violation (Infraction)
Excessive or repeated noise beyond permitted hours (22:00–06:00).
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §842 — Unsafe Building Conditions (Class B Misdemeanor)
Maintaining structures violating fire or safety codes.
Penalty: 10–15 min jail, $1,500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §843 — Unauthorized Construction (Infraction)
Erecting or modifying structure without permit.
Penalty: $500 fine.

Article VI — Animals and Public Health

S.A.R.P.C. §850 — Animal Cruelty (Class B Misdemeanor)
Causing unnecessary suffering to animals.
Penalty: 10–15 min jail, $1,500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §851 — Animal at Large (Infraction)
Allowing pet or livestock to roam freely.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §852 — Dangerous Animal Violation (Class C Misdemeanor)
Failing to restrain or report aggressive animal causing injury.
Penalty: 5–10 min jail, $1,000 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §853 — Failure to Vaccinate Pet (Infraction)
Omitting required rabies or disease vaccinations.
Penalty: $500 fine.

S.A.R.P.C. §854 — Improper Disposal of Carcass (Infraction)
Failure to dispose of deceased animal appropriately.
Penalty: $500 fine.

Article VII — Administrative and Enforcement Provisions

S.A.R.P.C. §860 — Citation Procedure.
All infractions shall be cited on standard form with description, location, and officer ID.

S.A.R.P.C. §861 — Failure to Comply with Citation (Class C Misdemeanor)
Failure to pay fine or appear within specified time.
Penalty: $1,000 fine and potential arrest warrant.

S.A.R.P.C. §862 — Repeated Violations.
Three or more infractions of same type within 30 days elevate to misdemeanor status.

S.A.R.P.C. §863 — Community Service Option.
Court may substitute community service hours (1 hr per $100 fine).

S.A.R.P.C. §864 — Administrative Hearings.
Defendants may appeal infractions before Municipal Court within seven days of issuance.

Article VIII — Enforcement Notes

• Infractions should be handled with discretion and respect for roleplay environment.
• Use §862 escalation only when violations are documented as habitual.
• Fines collected go toward municipal revenue under Public Works or Sanitation budgets.
• Arrests are discouraged unless linked to disorderly conduct or threat to public safety.