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Seattle's Fight Against Graffiti: A Reflection of Policy and Society
A City's Desperate Measures to Combat Graffiti Vandalism
Seattle, known for its vibrant culture and progressive policies, is now taking an aggressive stance against an epidemic of graffiti tagged across its streets. The city attorney's office recently filed lawsuits against three prolific taggers, seeking approximately $40,000 in restitution and penalties. This move is part of a broader effort to hold vandals accountable by targeting their assets through civil litigation, rather than traditional arrests and incarceration.