Political signs in Arlington are protected by the First Amendment and Texas Election Code. Texas law (Election Code §259.003) specifically protects the right to display political signs on private property. The city's sign code applies content-neutral standards.
Texas Election Code §259.003 protects the right to display political signs. A city or HOA may not prohibit a political sign on private property. Signs may be displayed up to 90 days before and 10 days after an election. Size restrictions may apply per the city's UDC. Signs in the public right-of-way are generally prohibited. The city enforces content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions.
Signs in the right-of-way may be removed. Content-based restrictions are unconstitutional. Violations of the Texas Election Code's sign protections may result in legal action against the city or HOA.
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