A first arbitrary absence is penalized with a reproval or fine of five to ten euros depending on the circumstances.

In case of recurrence the fine shall be of ten to twenty-five euros.

An additional prison sentence shall not be pronounced.

If the arbitrary absence occurs at least four times over a time period of fifteen years, the voter shall be deleted from the voters’ list for ten years regardless of his/her criminal record. During this time he cannot receive any nomination nor promotion nor distinction from any public authority.

In the cases provided by the present article the suspension of sentence on probation cannot be ordered.

The conviction can be contested over a period of six month after the notification of the judgment. The appeal can be made by a brief statement at the municipal administration free of charge.