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Criminal Damage Graffiti Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

25 October 2007

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Based on the title, the Criminal Damage Graffiti Bill would address graffiti as a form of criminal damage, setting out offences and penalties related to graffiti on property. It would aim to clarify when graffiti counts as criminal damage and how offenders may be punished. The bill originated in the House of Commons and is currently at the second reading stage in the Commons (originating there in 2007).

Key Points

Creates specific offences for graffiti that amounts to criminal damage and sets the associated penalties.
Defines terms and boundaries related to graffiti and criminal damage for enforcement purposes.
Applies to graffiti on both public and private property and outlines how authorities (police, prosecutors, courts) would enforce the law.

Who is affected?

Individuals who commit graffiti vandalismProperty owners and occupiers (private, commercial, and public)Local authorities and councils responsible for public spacesPolice, prosecutors, and the courts/dcourt system

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24 Jul 2007

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