political signs; dates

SB 1134 protects political signs and printed materials during specific election periods by making it a class 2 misdemeanor to tamper with them. The law applies from 71 days before early ballots are mailed until 15 days after an election (or 15 days after the general election for primary winners), covering signs supporting candidates or ballot measures. It requires signs to include a candidate’s contact info, limit size (16 sq ft in residential areas, 32 sq ft elsewhere), and comply with safety/ADA rules. Local governments may only remove violations after 24 hours’ notice and must hold signs for 10 business days for retrieval, with exceptions for commercial tourism zones and state highways.