Section 17995.4 Of Chapter 6. Violations From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 13. >> Part 1.5. >> Chapter 6.
17995.4
. Any person found in contempt of a court order or
injunction pursuant to the provisions of this part for a second or
subsequent time within a five-year period for violations at the same
property where such violations are determined by the trier of fact to
be so extensive and of such a nature that the immediate health and
safety of residents or the public is endangered and where the extent
and nature of the violations are due to the defendant's habitual
neglect of customary maintenance and display a flagrant lack of
concern for the health and safety of residents and the public, shall
be punishable by a fine not exceeding five thousand dollars ($5,000)
and by imprisonment of not less than six months but not exceeding one
year, provided also that the trier of fact finds at least four
serious violations of the following categories of violations are
involved:
(a) Termination, extended interruption or serious defects of gas,
water or electric utility systems provided such interruptions or
termination is not caused by the tenant's failure to pay such gas,
water or electric bills.
(b) Serious defects or lack of adequate space and water heating.
(c) Serious rodent, vermin or insect infestation.
(d) Severe deterioration, rendering significant portions of the
structure unsafe or unsanitary.
(e) Inadequate numbers of garbage receptacles or service.
(f) Unsanitary conditions affecting a significant portion of the
structure as a result of faulty plumbing or sewage disposal.
(g) Inoperable hallway lighting.