Am I allowed to sue in small claims court for the return of a paid fine?

I was recently fined for an alleged violation of barking dog. I presented evidence stating it was not my dog doing the barking as he was not home at the time. I feel the notices were sent and i was fined Due to a personal issue with one of the board members. I am going to pay the fine "under protest". Once this is done, am I able to sue for the return of then fine? I would also like to sue for a violation of the Davis-sterling act in the same suit. I'm under the impression an hoa that attempts to hold an election without election rules that comply with the law are subject to be fined $500 per violation. Is this correct and if so can i include both law suits together?