Aussies are trying to play “catch-up.”
TOUGH new laws to wipe out graffiti were introduced to State Parliament yesterday.
Vandals could spend up to two years behind bars or be slapped with fines of more than $26,000.
The legislation will give police the power to lay specific graffiti charges.
Other key features of the new laws include:
A BAN on carrying spray cans near public transport without a legitimate reason, and fines of up to $2750 for breaking it.
STRONGER powers for police to search suspected graffiti vandals.
FINES of up to $2200 for selling spray paint to anyone under 18, unless for work reasons.
A CLAMPDOWN on spray paint advertising that encourages graffiti.
GIVING officials the right to enter private property to clean up graffiti.
The State Government will also fund new surveillance equipment to help police catch vandals in the act.
Programs to force graffiti vandals to clean up their own mess will also be expanded.
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