Columbia Penalty for violation of article ordinance (§ 11-81)
Chapter 11: Health and Sanitation · Article IV. Diseases
In short: Violating any provision of this article is a misdemeanor. The section sets no specific fine or jail term.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
Any person violating any of the provisions of this article shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 11-81
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.