Political signs protected under First Amendment per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Orange County municipalities cannot impose content-based restrictions. Size and duration limits vary by town.
Following Reed v. Town of Gilbert, Orange County towns cannot treat political signs differently from other temporary signs. Typical neutral rules: max 6-16 sq ft residential, posted no sooner than 30-60 days before election, removed within 7-14 days after. Signs prohibited in public right-of-way. NY Election Law 17-130 prohibits signs within 100 feet of polling place.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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