The following electronic version is for informational purposes only.
The printed version remains the official version.
MR. MIKE FARNWORTH
This Public Protection Act will better protect licensed premises from gang violence. The Bill defines the term "gang colours" and prohibits persons from wearing gang colours in licensed premises.
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| 1 | Definition |
| 2 | Gang colours forbidden |
| 3 | Commencement |
HER MAJESTY, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of British Columbia, enacts as follows:
1 In this Act:
"gang colours" means a sign, symbol, logo, or other representation identifying, associated with or promoting a group of persons who conspire to engage in unlawful activities.
2 No person shall wear gang colours in any licensed premises.
3 This Act comes into force on the date of Royal Assent.
This Public Protection Act will better protect licensed premises from gang violence. The Bill defines the term "gang colours" and prohibits persons from wearing gang colours in licensed premises.