Which code carries the $158 first offense penalty?

• A. 14-243
• B. 14-240(a)
• C. 14-12(a)
• D. 14-36a no license/infraction

Answer: (D)

This question tests how penalties are tied to the specific offense defined in the statute. The first-offense fine of $158 is set in the statute for driving without a license (the no license/infraction code). That means when the offense is no license/infraction, the first offense carries a $158 penalty as defined by that code. The other cited codes correspond to different offenses, each with its own penalties, so they do not carry the $158 first-offense amount. In short, the no license/infraction statute is the one that specifies the $158 first-offense penalty.