Tampering With Political Signs Has Consequences, Hillsborough Warns

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Election season is in full swing and Hillsborough Township Mayor Shawn Lipani is reminding residents that tampering with (stealing or vandalizing) political signs is a violation of other people’s freedom of speech.

According to the law, anyone who tampers with political signs can be charged with theft, criminal mischief, and/or trespassing, said Lipani at the Oct. 25 meeting.

"Simply put people, no one should touch a candidate's sign for any reason," said Lipani. "I know they are there but they will be gone in a couple of weeks."

If you believe a political sign is illegally placed, contact Hillsborough Township’s Zoning Official, Ms. Marcy McLaughlin 908-369-8382.

Hillsborough Police Chief Mike Mahon said there haven't been any reported incidents of tampering with political signs this year so far.