English and Welsh Police Law Explained

Is Graffiti Criminal Damage? (Destroying or Damaging Property)

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In today's episode we are explaining Destroying or Damaging Property under the Criminal Damage Act 1978. We discuss the definition, relevant case studies, and some real life examples, including graffiti.

Criminal Damage Legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/48 

Some helpful summaries, used in the research for this podcast can be found at: 

https://www.mortons-solicitors.co.uk/lawful-excuse-what-are-the-considerations-when-it-comes-to-protests-and-criminal-damage/

https://www.lawteacher.net/cases/roper-v-knott.php

https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Banksy-when-does-graffiti-become-criminal-damage

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