Judgment after hearing

(a) If all the elements of a civil infraction are proven by a preponderance of the evidence, the judicial officer must find the person responsible and enter the appropriate judgment. (b) If any element of a civil infraction is not proven by a preponderance of the evidence, the judicial officer must dismiss the charge, enter the appropriate judgment, and return any deposit. The judicial officer may also find the person responsible for a lesser-included civil infraction if supported by the evidence offered and enter the appropriate judgment. (c) If the person is found responsible, the judicial officer must assess the appropriate penalty according to the penalty schedule established by the court having jurisdiction and order the completion of any other requirements the court deems appropriate. (d) The court may waive fines, costs, and fees pursuant to statute or court rule or to correct clerical error. (e) The judgment is deemed satisfied upon payment to the clerk of the total amount assessed and completion of any other court-ordered requirements. (f) If the person fails to pay the judgment and complete any other court-ordered requirements within the time prescribed, such failure shall be treated as a default. [Added; effective November 5, 2024.]