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Pittsburg vs Walnut Creek

How do illegal dumping rules compare between Pittsburg, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?

Pittsburg and Walnut Creek have similar restriction levels.

Pittsburg, CA

Contra Costa County

Heavy Restrictions

Pittsburg Municipal Code Chapter 8.12 and California Penal Code ยง374.3 prohibit dumping waste on public or private property without permission. Fines start around $100 for a first offense and escalate to $3,000 and/or six months jail for repeat or commercial violations, plus cleanup and investigation costs.

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Walnut Creek, CA

Contra Costa County

Heavy Restrictions

Illegal dumping in Walnut Creek is a misdemeanor under WCMC ยง5-8.310 and California Penal Code ยง374.3, punishable by fines up to $1,000 for first offense, $3,000 for second, and $6,000 for third, plus cleanup costs. Report dumping to Code Enforcement at 925-943-5899.

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