Cobourg police cruiser. /CPS photo
Cobourg police are reminding residents that removing, damaging, or vandalizing election signs is a criminal offence.
With an election underway, police say interfering with signs could lead to charges under the Criminal Code or the Canada Elections Act.
Entering private property to tamper with a sign may also result in trespassing charges.
Authorities urge residents to report sign tampering to police or Crime Stoppers.
If a sign is placed on private property without permission, property owners should contact the candidate’s office for removal.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
