The Village Board has become aware of the increased incidence
of acts of vandalism, criminal mischief and similar offenses perpetrated
by minors. It is believed that increased parental responsibility for
the actions of their children and wards is essential for the effective
prevention and control of such juvenile offenses; therefore, this
chapter is promulgated to provide means for alleviating this problem
and to ensure the safety of the property of the residents and taxpayers
of the Village of Greenwood Lake.
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires,
the following terms specified shall have the meanings ascribed to
them:
LEGAL GUARDIAN
A person appointed guardian or given custody of a minor by
a court of this state.
MINOR
A person who is above the age of eight years but not yet
18 years of age.
Any person convicted of a violation of the provisions of this
chapter shall be guilty of an offense, and such person shall be liable
for a fine of not more than $250 and/or imprisonment for not more
than 15 days for each offense. A violation of this chapter shall not
constitute a misdemeanor.