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Use of False Identification: It shall be a violation of this ordinance for any minor <br /> to attempt to disguise his or her true age by use of a false form of identification, whether <br /> the identification is that of another person or one on which the age of the person has been <br /> modified or tampered with to represent an age older than the actual age of the person. <br /> 602.12 Violations: Notice: Upon discovery of a suspected violation, the <br /> alleged violator shall be issued, either personally or by mail, a citation that sets forth the <br /> alleged violation and which shall inform the violator of his or her rights to be heard on <br /> the accusation. <br /> Hearings: If a person accused of violating this ordinance so requests, a hearing shall be <br /> scheduled, the time and place of which shall be published and provided to the accused <br /> violator. <br /> Hearing Officer: The city council shall serve as the hearing officer. (The city council may <br /> appoint an independent hearing officer). <br /> Decision: If the hearing officer determines that a violation of this ordinance did occur, <br /> that decision, along with the hearing officer's reasons for finding a violation and the <br /> penalty to be imposed, shall be recorded in writing, a copy of which shall be provided to <br /> the accused violator. Likewise, if the hearing officer finds that no violation occurred or <br /> finds grounds for not imposing any penalty, such findings shall be recorded and a copy <br /> provided to the acquitted accused violator. <br /> Appeals: Appeals of any decision made by the hearing officer shall be filed in the district <br /> court for the jurisdiction of the City of Lino Lakes. <br /> Misdemeanor Prosecution:Nothing in this section shall prohibit the city from seeking <br /> prosecution as a misdemeanor for any alleged violation of this ordinance. <br /> Continued Violation: Each violation,and every day in which a violation occurs or <br /> continues, shall constitute a separate offense. <br /> 602.13 Penalties: <br /> Subd. 1 Minors: Any person under the age of 18 who attempts to purchase tobacco, <br /> tobacco products, or tobacco related devices may incur administrative penalties as <br /> follows: <br /> A. First Violation: The city council may impose a civil penalty not to exceed$50 <br /> And/or require the person to attend tobacco related education classes,and/or <br /> participate in a diversion program and/or complete community service. <br /> B. Second Violation Within 24 Months: The city council may impose a civil <br /> penalty not to exceed$75 And/or require the person to attend tobacco related <br /> education classes, and/or participate in a diversion program and/or complete <br /> community service. <br />