(1) "Graffiti" means any mark or marks on any surface or structure made without the prior permission of the property owner and made in any manner, including but not limited to, writing, inscribing, drawing, tagging, sketching, spray-painting, etching, scratching, carving, engraving, scraping, or attaching. Chalk marks on sidewalks in not "graffiti." "Graffiti" does not include any attaching which is permitted under Chapter 82, Section 7:102(3).
(2) No person shall apply graffiti to any surface or structure.
(a) Community service that is as relevant and appropriate to the violation as possible;
(b) Restitution;
(c) A fine of not more than $500 plus costs.
(3) The victim may proceed with any private right of action provided under law against a person who has applied graffiti or the parent or guardian of a minor.
Okay, so it looks like all one has to do is say they approved the work if they like it and want to keep it or are not interested in covering it up. Seems like a big loop hole to me. (See below.)
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