Public urination crackdown: JMPD warns of fines, arrests and CCTV surveillance
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has issued a stern warning that public urination will not be tolerated, with offenders facing spot fines, arrest, and prosecution under multiple municipal by‑laws as the city intensifies efforts to keep its streets clean and dignified.” By-laws Fihla warned that public urination is strictly prohibited under multiple City of Johannesburg municipal by-laws, including: Public Road and Miscellaneous By-laws: Prohibit urinating, excreting or behaving indecently on or in view of any public road or public right-of-way.
Public Health By-laws: Classify public urination as a public health hazard and illegal liquid discharge that creates an unsanitary nuisance.
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