For SECOND offense penalties, which description is accurate?

• A. Imprisonment of at least six months or a fine of at least $2,000
• B. Imprisonment of at least three months or a fine of at least $1,500
• C. Imprisonment of at least one year or a fine of at least $1,000
• D. Imprisonment of at least two years or a fine of at least $3,000

Answer: (A)

Second-offense penalties raise the stakes to reflect that the offender has already violated the law before, so the minimum punishment is higher than for a first offense. The correct description matches this escalation by setting a minimum of six months in prison or a minimum fine of $2,000 for a second offense. This maintains the choice between confinement and a monetary penalty, ensuring the statute uses either route to impose punishment, depending on the case.

The other possibilities either push the minimums too high—implying a much harsher tier more typical of a later offense—or set the monetary minimums too low, which would underestimate the seriousness expected for a repeat violation.