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1. How do I distinguish public property from private property?

In general, public property includes:
- Parks
- Sidewalks
- Streets

Street furniture is also public property, this includes:
- Signs
- Streetlights
- Traffic Signals
- Water Hydrants

Report graffiti in these areas to the responsible agency. Private property is typically located behind the sidewalk, such as buildings, walls, and fences.

2. Who is responsible for graffiti removal on private property?

Graffiti removal on private property is the responsibility of the property owner. Exceptions include private utility structures (boxes, poles, etc.) located in the public right-of-way, or State/County property, which can be referred to the appropriate agency.

3. What information do I need to report graffiti vandalism in progress?

When reporting graffiti vandalism in progress, be prepared to give a description of the location of the graffiti, the vandals' clothing, age, height, gender and what was used to do the graffiti.