§ 17-1-112. RECYCLABLE MATERIALS.

(a)

Definitions.

(1)

In this section, the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2)

(i)

"Recyclable material" has the meaning stated in Article 13, Title 4 of the Code.

(ii)

"Recyclable material" does not include grass or leaves.

(3)

"Recycling" has the meaning stated in Article 13, Title 4 of the Code.

(b)

County property. Recyclable materials that are separated for collection under the county residential recycling collection program become the property of the county when set at curbside or at other pickup locations.

(c)

Prohibited. Unless authorized by the county, a person may not remove or cause to be removed recyclable materials or materials separated for the purpose of recycling that are set at curbside or other pickup locations for collection by authorized collectors.

(d)

Authority of law enforcement to search and seize. Law enforcement officials are authorized to search and seize recyclable materials that become county property under subsection (b) of this section.

(e)

Penalty. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $100 and not exceeding $500.

(1988 Code, § 20-14) (Bill No. 147-95, § 1, 11-19-1995; Bill No. 114-99, § 3, 7-1-2004)