Moorpark relies on general public-peace and obstruction provisions in MMC Title 9 rather than a dedicated sit-lie ordinance. Federal Ninth Circuit caselaw under Martin v. Boise also limits how the city can enforce against people sleeping outdoors when shelter is unavailable.
Public sidewalks, parks, and entryways are governed by Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare) and Title 12 (Public Property), which prohibit blocking pedestrian travel and public-property obstruction. Moorpark does not maintain a 41.18-style total prohibition. After Martin v. Boise (9th Cir. 2018) and Johnson v. Grants Pass, enforcement of sleeping bans without available shelter beds raises Eighth Amendment concerns. Ventura County Continuum of Care coordinates shelter referrals through 2-1-1 Ventura County, and deputies typically offer services before citing.
Citations under Title 9 obstruction or Title 12 public-property rules carry administrative fines; arrests are typically reserved for refusal to clear after a lawful order.
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