Chapter 8.15
PROHIBITED PUBLIC ACTS
Sections:
8.15.010 Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter:
A. “Public place” means premises, whether publicly or privately owned, that are open and available to the general public, in addition to streets, sidewalks, paths, trails, parks, squares, lots and grounds. If premises are privately owned, then they are a “public place” during the hours open to the general public. (Ord. 17-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017)
8.15.020 Public acts.
A. No person may knowingly perform while in a public place:
1. An act of open urination or defecation except in toilets provided for that purpose.
B. This prohibition does not extend to:
1. People who are undergoing a bona fide medical emergency supported by medical documentation. (Ord. 17-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017)
8.15.030 Violation.
Any person found violating this chapter shall be guilty of committing a violation punishable by the general penalty under SMC 1.08.010. (Ord. 17-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017)
8.15.040 Severance.
If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this chapter is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, it shall in no way affect the validity of any remaining portions of this chapter. (Ord. 17-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017)