Ban urinating and defecating in public spaces

Public Health LawsGovernancePolice Department

In Plain English

Richmond currently lacks a specific law against public urination and defecation. The new law would make these acts illegal throughout the city. If approved, police can cite violators with fines or other penalties.

Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.

Votes

Adopt Ordinance No. 32-09 N.S.

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: Councilmember Ritterman
Passed

6 to 0

Mayor McLaughlinAye
BatesAye
ButtAye
RogersAye
RittermanAye
Vice Mayor LopezAbsent
ViramontesAye