Official:Amending Chapter 10-200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Ethnic Intimidation And Institutional Vandalism," by adding a section prohibiting the display of symbols of racial animus, under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Clarke
Introduced: October 25, 2007
Signed: December 13, 2007
: Committee on Licenses and Inspections
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This law prohibits displaying symbols of racial hatred, such as a swastika or burning cross, in public spaces with the intent to intimidate others. It also increases penalties for violating this section.
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