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Act of graffiti in New Jersey Criminal Law

Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

In New Jersey criminal law, “Act of graffiti” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the New Jersey criminal code.

What does “Act of graffiti” mean in New Jersey criminal law?

"Act of graffiti" means the drawing, painting or making of any mark or inscription on public or private real or personal property without the permission of the owner. e. (N.J.S.A. 2C:17-3)

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