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(a) If the defendant fails to appear for a first hearing on the date set forth in the charging document, or at any hearing, including a final hearing, on a noncriminal violation, the Municipal Court shall enter judgment against the defendant.

(b) The amount of the judgment shall be the penalty assessment or other appropriate penalty that would be assessed upon an acknowledgment or finding of guilt or liability, and such additional costs, fees and surcharges as are otherwise generally imposed under this Code.

(c) The defendant may satisfy any judgment entered under this rule by paying the Municipal Court Clerk.

(d) No warrant shall be issued for the arrest of any defendant charged with a noncriminal violation who fails to appear at any hearing on such violation or who fails to satisfy a default judgment. (Prior code 1.18.120)