§ 54-527. Penalties for acts of domestic violence.

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Any person who violates this article shall be subject to the following penalties:
(1)

Imprisonment in the parish jail for not more than five months, provided that for a first offense, some or all of the imprisonment may be suspended;

(2)

A fine of not more than $500.00, for a first offense; or not less than $300.00 and not more than $500.00, for subsequent offenses;

(3)

Community service;

(4)

Participation in a court-approved domestic abuse counseling program; and/or

(5)

If the court in its discretion deems it appropriate, it may offer to suspend a portion of the sentence imposed, on the condition that the offender makes complete financial restitution necessary to cover the costs of restoring any property damaged or any other expenses caused by the actions of the abusive party.

(M.C.S., Ord. No. 16,673, § 1(42-525(3)), 10-6-94)

                    
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