Political signs allowed on private property in Hinds County. Jackson and unincorporated county sign ordinances prohibit placement in public rights-of-way. First Amendment protections apply per Reed v. Gilbert.
Hinds County and the City of Jackson regulate political signs through content-neutral sign ordinances. On private property with owner consent, political signs are generally allowed without permit, typically limited to 16-32 square feet in residential zones. Signs in the public right-of-way (MDOT-maintained highways, county roads, city streets) are prohibited and subject to removal by Mississippi Department of Transportation (per MS Code §65-1-141 regarding outdoor advertising) or local code enforcement. Signs may not be placed on utility poles, traffic signs, or trees in the ROW. Removal typically required within 10 days after the election per Jackson sign ordinance. Content-based restrictions are unconstitutional under Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Mississippi has no statewide post-election removal deadline.
ROW signs: removed without notice by MDOT or city, no fine typically. Oversized residential signs: notice to reduce, then fine up to $100. Post-election signs: code enforcement notice, $25 per day in Jackson after grace period.
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