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4/8/04-The Assembly Committee on Public Safety is considering a bill that could fine anyone for tossing a cigarette butt out the window of a vehicle, or disposing of it in anyway that involved it being discarded on private or public property outside of an ashtray.
Under AB2694, introduced by Assemblyman Russ Bough, R-Yucaipa, the fines would be heavy: A first offense could result in a fine of $1,000 to $2,000; a second offense could bring a $2,000 to $4,000 fine; and a third conviction could cost a smoker anywhere from $4,000 to $6,000.
In addition, if a person were convicted, a court could also sentence the smoker to collecting trash for at least eight hours.
For Assembly bill status, call (916) 445-2323.
