31.080 Use of Graphics, Illustrations, Headings, References, and Editorial Notes.

(1) Purpose. Graphics, illustrations, headings, references, statutory citations, and editorial notes are included to improve the readability of this chapter and increase reader comprehension. Specifically, graphics and illustrations are included to help the reader visualize the meaning of the text. Headings and subheadings generally state the content of that section and are intended to help the reader quickly find information. References are included when the section is related to a State or local law or another section in this chapter. These are included to help the reader understand the relationship among various provisions. Editorial notes are included to supplement and/or further clarify a sentence or provision but are not part of this chapter.

(2) Interpretation. A graphic, illustration, heading, reference, statutory citation, or commentary note shall not govern, limit, modify, or in any manner affect the scope, meaning, or intent of any provision.

(3) Effect of Deficiency. Because the text controls, no provision shall be held invalid by reason of any deficiency in any graphic, illustration, heading, reference, statutory citation, or editorial note.

[Ord. 21-601 § 1, 2021]