With November’s General Election approaching, political signs will soon be everywhere.
Now is a good time to brush up on political sign etiquette.
“It is unlawful to steal, deface, or damage political signs. If this occurs please call 911 and report it to the police,” said Major Danny Hampton of the Waycross Police Department. “We also ask that no one place signs on any public right of way, public property or utility poles.”
This is in keeping with City of Waycross ordinance Article VIII Section 801.
Any poster or sign violating this ordinance is considered a public nuisance and can be removed by city officials.
Here are further tips for placing your campaign signs: Be sure your signs do not block sightlines for either vehicles or pedestrians.
Signs should not resemble or obstruct traffic signs, signals, or be mistaken for traffic signs.
Always place signs on private property with the owner’s explicit permission. Public rights-of-way, including roadsides, are not permissible locations for campaign signs.
All campaign signs should include disclaimers and sponsorship information as required by Georgia law to promote transparency in campaign financing.
Be a good neighbor and remove signs in a timely manner following the election, Hampton urged.
