Police back spray can ban to people under 18 (New Zealand)

[The Straight Story]

Police back spray can ban (+video)

Police say a ban on the sale of spray paint to people under-18 is a good move in the battle against graffiti.

In new legislation to be introduced to Parliament, shop owners will be required to keep spray paint under lock and key. If they are caught selling it to anyone under 18 they could be fined up to $1,500.

Taggers will also face tougher penalties, with fines of up to $2,000 and community sentences where they could be forced to paint out graffiti.

In addition, $6 million is being allocated to community groups and councils over the next three years for anti-tagging initiatives.

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[lligrd]

1. I Hate The Lock And Key

Nothing more infuriating than having to hunt down a salesperson to get a can of spray paint. And they certainly won't allow you to browse the different brands while they stand there. I can't believe these are the best solutions law makers can come up with.

[LoZoccolo]

2. They'll use big markers. n/t

[lligrd]

3. Great, Then They Will Lock Those Up Too nt

[Smith_3]

4. Taggers here use shoe polish. Ban it too. nt