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A. An offense defined by this code, for which a sentence of imprisonment is authorized, constitutes a “violation of city ordinance” and a “crime.” For purposes of this code, the two terms shall have the same meaning and may be used interchangeably.

B. Violations of city ordinances are classified as gross misdemeanors or misdemeanors. A violation of a city ordinance is a misdemeanor if not otherwise designated by this code or by the code adopted by reference, and persons convicted thereof may be sentenced to imprisonment for a term not in excess of 90 days. A violation of a city ordinance is a gross misdemeanor if so designated in this code, and persons convicted thereof may be sentenced to imprisonment for a term not in excess of one year.

C. Unless otherwise specifically provided, misdemeanors shall be punishable by imprisonment in jail for a term of up to 90 days, or by a fine of up to $1,000, or by both such imprisonment and fine. Unless otherwise specifically provided, gross misdemeanors shall be punishable by imprisonment in jail for a term of up to one year, or by a fine of up to $5,000, or by both such imprisonment and fine. (Ord. 5682 § 1, 2002.)