§ 18-2-602. OBSTRUCTION OF STREETS.

(a)

In general. A person may not cause the following to occur to or on any of the public highways, roads, bridges, streets, avenues, lanes, or alleys of the county:

(1)

Placement of an obstruction;

(2)

Interference with or obstruction of a side ditch or drain;

(3)

Encroachment with fences or other obstructions;

(4)

Destruction or removal of barricades or signs during the course of construction; or

(5)

Injury or damage during the course of construction.

(b)

Obstruction for more than 10 minutes. A person that is exercising the business of a common carrier may not allow the obstruction of any crossing for a period of more than 10 minutes.

(c)

Penalty. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100 for each offense.

(1988 Code, § 21-11) (Bill No. 56-01, § 2, 8-23-2001; Bill No. 66-01, § 2, 7-1-2004)