Founder Baldne55 Posted October 31, 2025 Founder Posted October 31, 2025 Liberty City Penal Code Adopted by the City of Liberty Public Document This Code defines criminal, public administration, public order, traffic, and regulatory offenses within Liberty City. It prescribes maximum custody (in days) and monetary penalties. Public authorities, law enforcement, and the courts shall apply these provisions. 1. General Provisions 1.1 Title. This document may be cited as the “Liberty City Penal Code” (LCPC). 1.2 Territorial Application. The Code applies throughout Liberty City, including public ways, government and law enforcement facilities, ports, and any other area under City jurisdiction. 1.3 Format. Offenses are listed as: Code – Offense Name (Level) – Maximum Custody – Maximum Fine – Points Example: LCPL 160-20 – Robbery, 1st Degree (F2) – up to 12 days – $15,000 – 8 pts 1.4 Multiple Offenses. A single act may violate several provisions; each distinct offense may be charged and penalized. 1.5 Discretion. Courts and authorized officers may apply lower penalties than those listed, taking into account circumstances, prior conduct, and public safety. 1.6 Monetary Penalties and Tickets. Where “up to” is stated, a lesser fine may be imposed. Certain lower-level offenses may be disposed of by ticket without custody. 1.7 Life / Indefinite. Only available for the gravest offenses (aggravated homicide, terrorism, serial offenses, deliberate killing of public officials) and only by court or competent authority. 2. Penalty Scale (Days Only) All custody is measured in days. I – Infraction Custody: none Fine: up to $1,000 V – Violation Custody: up to 1 day Fine: up to $2,000 M2 – Misdemeanor (Class 2) Custody: up to 2 days Fine: up to $5,000 M1 – Misdemeanor (Class 1) Custody: up to 5 days Fine: up to $7,500 F4 – Felony (Class 4) Custody: up to 7 days Fine: up to $10,000 F3 – Felony (Class 3) Custody: up to 10 days Fine: up to $15,000 F2 – Felony (Class 2) Custody: up to 12 days Fine: up to $20,000 F1 – Felony (Class 1) Custody: up to 15 days Fine: $25,000+ Aggravated / capital / terror / multiple victims / killing public officials: 15 days to Life/Indefinite 3. Title 1 – Crimes Against the Person LCPL 120-10 – Assault, 3rd Degree (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 3 pts Intentionally or recklessly causes physical injury to another person, without a deadly weapon. LCPL 120-15 – Assault, 2nd Degree (F3) – up to 10 days – $6,000 – 6 pts Assault with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, or assault on an on-duty public safety or public service employee. LCPL 120-20 – Assault, 1st Degree (F2) – up to 12 days – $10,000 – 8 pts Serious physical injury caused intentionally with a deadly weapon, or by conduct showing extreme disregard for human life. LCPL 120-30 – Battery on Public Official (F2) – up to 12 days – $12,000 – 8 pts Injury to an on-duty law enforcement officer, corrections officer, medic, judge, or designated public official. LCPL 120-40 – Reckless Endangerment (M1) – up to 5 days – $3,000 – 2 pts Reckless conduct creating a substantial risk of serious physical injury. LCPL 125-10 – Manslaughter (F2) – up to 12 days – $12,000 – 10 pts Causes the death of another person without premeditation, including through recklessness or during a lesser offense. LCPL 125-20 – Murder, 2nd Degree (F1) – up to 15 days – $20,000 – 15 pts Intentionally causes the death of another person, or causes death during the commission of a violent felony. LCPL 125-25 – Murder, 1st Degree (F1) – 15 days to Life/Indefinite – $25,000 – 20 pts Premeditated killing; killing of a public official; killing in the course of terrorism or hostage-taking; killing of multiple persons. LCPL 130-10 – Sexual Offense (F2) – up to 12 days – $20,000 – 10 pts Sexual act obtained through force, coercion, or without valid consent, or against a protected person. LCPL 135-10 – Kidnapping / Unlawful Restraint (F3) – up to 10 days – $7,500 – 6 pts Abducts, transports, confines, or restrains a person without lawful authority. LCPL 135-15 – Hostage Taking (F2) – up to 12 days – $15,000 – 8 pts Holds a person to compel action or inaction by authorities or other parties. LCPL 135-20 – False Imprisonment (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts Unlawfully restrains another person without consent and without authority. 4. Title 2 – Crimes Against Property LCPL 140-10 – Trespass (V) – up to 1 day – $1,500 – 1 pt Entering or remaining on property without permission or after being instructed to leave. LCPL 140-15 – Criminal Trespass, Secured Premises (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,500 – 2 pts Entering or remaining in locked, secured, restricted, police, or government premises. LCPL 140-20 – Burglary, 3rd Degree (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts Unlawful entry into a building, interior, or vehicle with intent to commit a crime. LCPL 140-30 – Burglary, 2nd Degree (F3) – up to 10 days – $9,000 – 6 pts Burglary of an occupied structure, at night, or with burglary tools. LCPL 140-40 – Burglary, 1st Degree (F2) – up to 12 days – $12,000 – 8 pts Burglary of a dwelling or burglary where the offender is armed or causes injury. LCPL 145-10 – Criminal Mischief / Vandalism (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 2 pts Intentionally damages or defaces public or private property. LCPL 145-15 – Aggravated Criminal Mischief (F4) – up to 7 days – $6,000 – 4 pts Damages government property, public safety vehicles, or high-value property. LCPL 155-10 – Petit Larceny (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,500 – 2 pts Steals property valued under $2,500. LCPL 155-20 – Grand Larceny (F3) – up to 10 days – $7,500 – 5 pts Steals property valued at $2,500 or more, or steals a motor vehicle. LCPL 155-25 – Grand Larceny, 1st Degree (F2) – up to 12 days – $12,000 – 7 pts Steals property valued at $25,000 or more, high-end vehicles, or property of the City. LCPL 160-10 – Robbery, 2nd Degree (F3) – up to 10 days – $10,000 – 6 pts Forcibly steals property or steals by threat of immediate force. LCPL 160-20 – Robbery, 1st Degree (F2) – up to 12 days – $15,000 – 8 pts Robbery with a weapon or robbery causing injury. LCPL 165-10 – Possession of Stolen Property (M1 / F4) Value under $2,500 → (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Value $2,500 or more → (F4) – up to 7 days – $8,000 – 5 pts LCPL 165-20 – Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts Operates or uses a vehicle without permission, without intent to permanently deprive. LCPL 170-10 – Forgery / Fraudulent Documents (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts Creates, alters, or uses false identification, plates, permits, licenses, or public certificates. LCPL 170-20 – Financial / Bank Fraud (F3) – up to 10 days – $10,000 – 6 pts Obtains money or property by means of stolen, forged, or fraudulent financial instruments. LCPL 170-30 – Possession of Burglary Tools (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 2 pts Possesses tools or devices primarily used to commit burglary, under circumstances evincing intent. 5. Title 3 – Offenses Against Public Administration These protect the functioning of government, courts, and law enforcement. LCAD 200-10 – Impersonation of a Public Official (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Falsely represents oneself as law enforcement, medical personnel, or other public official. LCAD 200-20 – Bribery of a Public Official (F3) – up to 10 days – $15,000 – 6 pts Offers or gives a benefit to a public official to influence an act. LCAD 200-25 – Bribe Receiving by a Public Official (F3) – up to 10 days – $15,000 – 6 pts A public official solicits or accepts a benefit to influence an act. LCAD 200-30 – Official Misconduct / Abuse of Authority (M1) – up to 5 days – $7,500 – 3 pts A public official knowingly performs an unauthorized act relating to official duties or knowingly refrains from performing a duty. LCAD 200-40 – Unlawful Disclosure of Confidential Information (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Knowingly reveals protected or confidential government information without authorization. LCAD 210-10 – Perjury / False Sworn Statement (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts Knowingly makes a false material statement under oath or affirmation. LCAD 210-15 – False Report / Filing False Accusation (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts Knowingly makes a false report of a crime or falsely accuses another person. LCAD 215-10 – Contempt of Court (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts Disobeys or resists a lawful order, judgment, or process of a court. LCAD 215-15 – Failure to Appear (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 2 pts Fails to appear at a scheduled court proceeding after being duly notified. LCAD 215-20 – Violation of Protective or Restraining Order (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Willfully violates a valid court-issued order of protection. LCAD 215-25 – Tampering with Public Records (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Alters, destroys, conceals, or fabricates an official record. 6. Title 4 – Public Order and Peace LCPL 240-10 – Disorderly Conduct (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt Fighting, tumultuous behavior, unreasonable noise, or conduct disturbing public peace. LCPL 240-15 – Unlawful Assembly (V) – up to 1 day – $1,500 – 1 pt Assembles for an unlawful purpose or refuses lawful dispersal, without violence or property damage. LCPL 240-20 – Harassment / Menacing (M2) – up to 2 days – $1,500 – 2 pts Threatening or intimidating conduct that would cause a reasonable person to fear harm. LCPL 240-25 – Stalking (M1) – up to 5 days – $3,500 – 3 pts Repeated, unwanted following or contact causing harassment or fear. LCPL 240-30 – Riot / Violent Assembly (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts Participation in an assembly involving violence, property damage, or resistance to lawful dispersal. LCPL 245-10 – Public Indecency (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt Lewd exposure or sexual conduct in a public place without lawful justification. LCPL 195-05 – Obstruction of Governmental Administration (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 2 pts Interferes with public authorities in the performance of lawful duties. LCPL 195-10 – Failure to Obey Lawful Order (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt LCPL 205-10 – Resisting Arrest (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,500 – 2 pts LCPL 205-15 – Escape / Attempted Escape (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts 7. Title 5 – Weapons, Firearms, Explosives, Drugs, and Contraband LCPL 265-05 – Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Possession of a firearm or prohibited weapon without required authorization. LCPL 265-07 – Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm (M1) – up to 5 days – $5,000 – 3 pts Discharges a firearm in public or in a manner endangering others, without lawful authority. LCPL 265-10 – Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 3rd Degree (F4) – up to 7 days – $8,000 – 5 pts Possession of a handgun with ammunition, or concealed long gun, under circumstances indicating unlawful use. LCPL 265-15 – Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 2nd Degree (F3) – up to 10 days – $12,000 – 6 pts Possession of automatic or prohibited firearms, possession by a prohibited person, or possession in furtherance of a crime. LCPL 265-20 – Criminal Use of a Firearm (Add-On) – add up to 2 days – add $2,000 Added to any felony when a firearm is used, displayed, or brandished. LCPL 265-25 – Weapons Trafficking / Distribution (F2) – up to 12 days – $15,000 – 8 pts Sale, transfer, or possession of multiple firearms or substantial ammunition for distribution. LCPL 270-20 – Unlawful Possession of Explosives / Destructive Devices (F2) – up to 12 days – $20,000 – 8 pts Possesses or transports explosives or destructive devices without authorization. LCPL 220-10 – Possession of a Controlled Substance (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,500 – 2 pts Possession of a prohibited narcotic for personal use. LCPL 220-15 – Possession with Intent to Distribute (F3) – up to 10 days – $8,000 – 5 pts Possession of distribution-level quantities, packaged narcotics, or circumstances indicating sale. LCPL 221-10 – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt LCPL 270-10 – Contraband in a Secure Facility (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts Weapons, drugs, or prohibited items in police, government, or correctional facilities. 8. Title 6 – Vehicle and Traffic (LCVC) LCVC 110-10 – Reckless Driving (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 1 pt Drives with willful disregard for safety (wrong-way, sidewalk, excessive speed in dense areas). LCVC 110-15 – Evading / Eluding Law Enforcement (M1) – up to 5 days – $3,500 – 3 pts Fails to stop for a marked law enforcement vehicle using lights and sirens. LCVC 110-20 – Aggravated Evading (F4) – up to 7 days – $5,000 – 4 pts Evading combined with collision, injury, property damage, or presence of a weapon. LCVC 115-10 – Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt LCVC 120-10 – Driving Without a License (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt LCVC 120-15 – Driving While Suspended / Revoked (M1) – up to 5 days – $2,500 – 2 pts LCVC 125-10 – Driving Without Insurance / Proof of Insurance (V) – up to 1 day – $1,500 – 1 pt LCVC 130-10 – Driving Under the Influence (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts LCVC 140-10 – Illegal Parking / Standing (I) – fine up to $500 LCVC 140-15 – Unroadworthy / Illegal Modifications (V) – up to 1 day – $1,000 – 1 pt LCVC 150-10 – Hit and Run (No Injury) (M1) – up to 5 days – $4,000 – 3 pts LCVC 150-20 – Hit and Run (Injury) (F4) – up to 7 days – $8,000 – 5 pts LCVC 160-10 – Street Racing (M1) – up to 5 days – $3,500 – 3 pts Vehicles may be seized or impounded in accordance with City regulations. 9. Title 7 – Regulatory, Business, and Revenue Offenses (LCAD) These are “lighter” but important to run the city. Most of these can be ticketed unless there is fraud, repeat violations, or public danger. LCAD 300-10 – Operating a Business Without a License (M2) – up to 2 days – $5,000 – 2 pts Engages in business, trade, or professional activity requiring a license without holding one. LCAD 300-15 – Operating a Vehicle-for-Hire Without Permit (V) – up to 1 day – $2,000 – 1 pt LCAD 300-20 – Sale of Regulated Goods Without Permit (M1) – up to 5 days – $7,500 – 3 pts Sells firearms, ammunition, medical supplies, fuel, or other regulated goods without authorization. LCAD 310-10 – Tax or Fee Evasion (M1) – up to 5 days – $7,500 – 3 pts Knowingly fails to pay mandatory City taxes, fees, or duties arising from commercial activity. LCAD 320-10 – Unlawful Public Demonstration (V) – up to 1 day – $1,500 – 1 pt Conducts a public demonstration or march without required notice or permit, where such permit is required. LCAD 330-10 – Obstruction of Emergency Services (M2) – up to 2 days – $2,000 – 2 pts Blocks or interferes with fire, ambulance, rescue, or other emergency services. LCAD 340-10 – Unlawful Dumping / Environmental Nuisance (V) – up to 1 day – $2,000 – 1 pt Deposits waste, fluids, or materials in public places without authorization. LCAD 350-10 – Health and Safety Violation (M2) – up to 2 days – $3,000 – 2 pts Maintains or operates premises in violation of public health or safety requirements. 10. Enhancements, Attempts, and Special Rules 10.1 Attempted Offense. Where an offense is attempted but not completed, the competent authority may impose up to 50% of the maximum custody and fine for that offense. 10.2 Aiding, Abetting, and Conspiracy. Where a person intentionally assists, encourages, organizes, or conspires to commit an offense, the authority may impose up to 75% of the maximum custody and fine for the completed offense. 10.3 Firearm Enhancement. Whenever a felony is committed while using, displaying, or brandishing a firearm, add: LCPL 265-20 – Criminal Use of a Firearm – add up to 2 days – add $2,000. 10.4 Repeat Offenders. If the offender has one or more prior convictions for the same or related offense within the previous 30 days, the authority may apply the full maximum for the offense and may add up to $1,000. 10.5 Restitution. In addition to fines, restitution to victims or to the City may be ordered for loss, damage, or cleanup. 10.6 Ticketable Offenses. The following may ordinarily be disposed of by ticket only, unless aggravating circumstances exist: LCVC 140-10 – Illegal Parking / Standing – $500 LCVC 120-10 – Driving Without a License – $1,000 LCAD 340-10 – Unlawful Dumping / Environmental Nuisance – $1,000 LCPL 240-10 – Disorderly Conduct – $1,000 LCPL 221-10 – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – $1,000 LCAD 300-15 – Operating Vehicle-for-Hire Without Permit – $1,500
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