Powers that would allow B.C. municipalities directly involved in the Olympics to "swiftly" seize illegal signs and levy penalties of up to $10,000 or hand out up to six months jail time for violators are too broad, says a civil liberties group.
The province introduced legislation this week that would give municipal officers the ability to enter private residences and remove or cover what's deemed to be illegal signage after giving only 24 hours notice.
Owing to vague wording in Vancouver's city bylaw, the group fears the stiff penalties - yet to be adopted - will be used during the 2010 Games to stifle anti-Olympic sentiment.
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And exactly the same this has happened here in London for the 2012 olympics. Believe me the police state is HERE!!
See here....
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