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What is graffiti?
Graffiti is the etching, painting or placing of a mark on public or private property.
Is graffiti a crime?
Yes. Graffiti is considered an act of vandalism and is a criminal offence when placed on public or private property without the owner's consent. The criminal charge that would be laid for someone committing an act of vandalism is "mischief". Persons charged with "Mischief" would be required to attend court.
According to section 430 of the Criminal Code, the punishment for Mischief in relation to property is as follows:
(a) is guilty of an indictable offence and is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years; or
(b) is guilty of an offence punishable on summary conviction
According to section 430 of the Criminal Code, the punishment for Mischief in relation to property is as follows:
(a) is guilty of an indictable offence and is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years; or
(b) is guilty of an offence punishable on summary conviction
How does graffiti affect a community?
Graffiti is a major concern for many citizens, organizations, and businesses. It affects everyone! Graffiti is not a victimless crime. If ignored, graffiti can:
• Lead to increased graffiti and crime
• Loss of business growth and tourism
• Result in costly clean up
• Reduce property values
• Decrease residents feelings of safety
Learn the 3 R's of Graffiti - Recognize. Report. Remove. - to reduce the spread of graffiti and make our cities and townships a great place to live!
• Lead to increased graffiti and crime
• Loss of business growth and tourism
• Result in costly clean up
• Reduce property values
• Decrease residents feelings of safety
Learn the 3 R's of Graffiti - Recognize. Report. Remove. - to reduce the spread of graffiti and make our cities and townships a great place to live!
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