Earlier editions: 2026-09
Title 5 — BUSINESS TAXES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS›Chapter 5.04 — BUSINESS LICENSES AND TAXES GENERALLY
Clayton Municipal Code Art. VII Enforcement and Penalties
Clayton Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Clayton
Cite as: Clayton Municipal Code Article VII · Text as of 2026-10-04
5.04.830 - Penalties for Violation of Chapter.¶
A. Violation of chapter or Misrepresentation of Fact. A person who violates this chapter or who knowingly or intentionally misrepresents a material fact in procuring a license is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00), or by imprisonment in jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or both.
B. Failure to Exhibit License on Demand. A licensee or permittee who willfully fails to exhibit his license or permit on demand is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished as provided in subsection A.
(Ord. 181, Sec. 2, 1978)
5.04.840 - License Tax a Debt.¶
The license tax and penalty is a debt to the city. The city may bring an action to collect the debt.
(Ord. 181, Sec. 2, 1978)
5.04.850 - Remedies Cumulative.¶
The remedies prescribed are cumulative and the use of one does not bar the use of another remedy for the purpose of enforcing this chapter.
(Ord. 181, Sec. 2, 1978)
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