Sec. 250.1104. - Enforcement; violations.

The Office of the Director, Neighborhoods Department, or its successor, the sheriff, other law enforcement agencies, and City code compliance officers are authorized to enforce this Part. Any violation of any provision of this Part may be prosecuted as provided in F.S. § 125.69, and may be punishable upon conviction by a fine not to exceed $500 or by imprisonment in the County jail not to exceed 60 days or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each violation of this Part shall constitute a separate offense. In addition to the criminal penalties provided herein, the City may institute any appropriate civil action or proceeding, including: (1) A suit through the Municipal Code Enforcement Board or Special Magistrate pursuant to the authority granted by Part II, Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 609 Ordinance Code; (2) Through the judicial system by civil complaint filed by the City for civil penalties in a court of competent jurisdiction; (3) By civil action for injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction; or (4) By all other means available in law or equity, as may be necessary in order to prevent or abate violations of this Section. Civil penalty payments recovered pursuant to this Chapter shall be used to fund administration and enforcement efforts under this Chapter. Upon successful prosecution of any violation of this Chapter wherein the City has filed suit in a court of competent jurisdiction to recover a civil penalty and/or obtain injunctive relief, the City shall be authorized to recover its reasonable attorneys' fees and costs. (Ord. 2013-9-E, § 1; Ord. 2013-209-E, § 40; Ord. 2016-140-E , § 16)