Ban urinating and defecating in public places
In Plain English
The city currently has no specific law against public urination and defecation. This new law makes these acts illegal in all public areas including streets, parks, and sidewalks. If approved, police can issue citations or make arrests for violations.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
First reading and lay over two weeks for second reading
7 aye · 0 nay
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will soon have a specific law prohibiting public urination and defecation after the city council unanimously approved the first reading of a new ordinance. The law would make these acts illegal in all public spaces including streets, parks, and sidewalks, allowing police to issue citations or make arrests for violations. Currently, the city has no specific prohibition against these activities. The ordinance will return for a required second reading and final vote in two weeks.
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