[Opinion] Miami Approves Ordinance that Allows Police to Arrest Individuals Sleeping in Public After Verbal Warning

Miami approves ordinance that allows police to arrest individuals sleeping in public after verbal warning

Under the new law, police are required to give a verbal warning and provide individuals a "reasonable" amount of time to pack their belongings and vacate the area before taking enforcement action.

Tukwila camping ban receives praise from We Heart Seattle founder

Tukwila approves camping ban on public property, authorizing arrests after outreach efforts fail

The Tukwila City Council has approved a new ordinance banning camping on city-owned property, giving police the authority to cite or arrest people who refuse to leave encampments after being offered services and ordered to move. According to KOMO News, the measure passed in a 4-3 vote and takes effect on July 28. Under the ordinance, violators could face penalties of up to a $1,000 fine, 90 days in jail, or both. City officials say enforcement i…

Homelessness arrests no longer require written warning in Miami

A change to Miami’s outdoor camping ban split the opinions of the city’s five commissioners, and has some residents worrying about what will happen if they end up on the street. At Thursday’s city commission meeting, city leaders voted 3-2 to amend the city’s prohibition on camping in public spaces, which allows police to arrest homeless persons sleeping outdoors. The amendment removes the existing requirement that an officer give a person viola…