Graffiti Removal Lawyers
LegalMatch Law Library Managing Editor, Ken LaMance, Attorney at Law
Why You May Need To Hire Graffiti Removal Lawyers
Is creating graffiti a crime?
Yes. Creating graffiti is a form of vandalism, vandalism is when a person willfully damages or defaces property belonging to another (i.e. office building) or belonging to the public (i.e. park bench).
But my work isn’t vandalism, its art!
You may see it that way, but the people who own what you have made your art on, may view it differently and the law will most likely side with them. They have every right to remove your work promptly and to prosecute you should they so chose. You may be forced to seek out Graffiti Removal Lawyers to defend actions as your art and defend you against prosecution for a crime.
What happens if I’m convicted of vandalism?
It depends on the state but you could face fines or even imprisonment. The amount of the fine and the length of the prison stay depend upon the cost of the damage you inflicted.
For example, in California, if your graffiti creates more than $400 damage, then you could be charged with a fine of $10,000. But if the amount of damages is less than $400, then your fine cannot be more than $1,000.
My artwork has been in place for a long time; now the building owner wants to remove it, can I stop them?
If the artwork has been in place for a significant amount of time, you could have a case that they are trying to deface your artwork. However, the success of this claim will depend greatly on the laws of your area.
Do I need a lawyer?
If you are trying to defend against a vandalism charge you may need a lawyer to help you navigate the legal system. If you are trying to preserve your artwork you definitely need a graffiti removal lawyer to help you understand the relevant state statutes and cases in order to preserve your work.
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Last Modified: 12-21-2010 08:40 AM PST
