Political signs protected as core political speech under First Amendment and Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Oneida County municipalities cannot impose content-based restrictions but may regulate size, placement, and duration (time-neutral).
Reed v. Gilbert requires content-neutral sign regulation. Typical local rules: maximum 6-16 sq ft residential, setback from right-of-way, removal within 7-14 days after election. Signs prohibited on utility poles and public property under NY Vehicle & Traffic Law §1220-a. Contact Oneida County at (315) 798-5800 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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