§ 17-1. Definitions.

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(a)

Municipal infraction. A municipal infraction is any violation of this Code, which violation has been specifically declared to be a municipal infraction. For purposes of this Code, a municipal infraction is a civil offense. The word "infraction" used in this Code means municipal infraction.

(b)

Misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is:

(1)

A criminal offense, not amounting to a felony, arising from a violation of a law of the state, which violation is defined as a misdemeanor; or

(2)

Unless otherwise specified, a violation of any law of this town. All violations of this Code shall be treated as misdemeanors unless specifically declared to be infractions.

(Ord. No. 9-78, 10-12-78)

                    
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