1. Gang Graffiti “Your Friends, Your Choices” Class Action Program Halifax County

2. Graffiti One of first indicators that gangs are in a neighborhood Marking of territory Warning to others Challenge to others “Gangsland Newspaper”

3. Graffiti Buildings – inside and outside Streets Signs Cars, buses, trains School books, papers Furniture Clothing

4. Learn to read it...

6. Universal Gang Symbols Stars – five and six pointed Crowns Pitchforks 187 and other numbers Three dots Happy face/sad face Dollar Sign Use of Initials

24. The Laws 18.2-137 – Anyone who destroys or defaces any property is guilty of: –Class 1 Misdemeanor = up to $1000 damage –Class 6 Felony = damage is $1000 or more 18.2-138 – Anyone who destroys or defaces public property is guilty of: –Class 1 Misdemeanor = up to $1000 damage –Class 6 Felony = damage is $1000 or more 8.01-43 – The parents or guardians of a minor may be ordered to pay up to $2500 for damages to public property

25. Your friends, your choices Is it worth it?