Jasper |
Code of Ordinances |
Part II. CODE OF ORDINANCES |
Chapter 24. COURTS |
Article II. MUNICIPAL COURT |
§ 24-21. Scope of jurisdiction.
(a)
The municipal court of the city shall try violations of city ordinances and shall have the power and authority to impose incarcerations or fines upon persons convicted of said offenses, with the alternative of other punishment allowed by law if such fines are not paid. Such punishment shall not exceed the maximum permitted by state law and this Code.
(b)
Punishment for contempt of court shall not exceed the maximum permitted by state law.
(Code 1979, § 5-101)
State law reference
Authority of municipal court to impose penalties, O.C.G.A. § 36-32-1; court to punish for contempt, O.C.G.A. § 15-1-4.