According to officials,if the bill passes, it would prohibit people from wearing skis masks in schools, recreation centers, daycares, parks, city-owned buildings, or on any mode of transportation.
Surveillance images from various crimes show suspects wearing ski masks. A Philadelphia councilmember is now working to get the masks banned in the city.A Philadelphia Councilmember has introduced legislation banning ski masks throughout the city.
According to officials, if it passes, the bill would prohibit people from wearing skis masks in schools, recreation centers, daycares, parks, city-owned buildings, or on any mode of transportation. The bill would also impose a $2,000 fine for those wearing ski masks while committing a crime, officials say.
"Neighbors consistently ask me when Council will ban ski masks and, while going out in the community to get feedback on this issue, the common thread was that residents want a ban," Phillips said. "This is not only a public safety issue, but it's also a quality-of-life issue because residents feel intimidated in their own neighborhoods."
It also comes several weeks after SEPTA Transit Police Chief Charles Lawson announced they were banned following"Those face masks are prohibited on SEPTA property," SEPTA Transit Police Chief Charles Lawson said in a press conference. "If you come on SEPTA property wearing your shiesty, you will be engaged by police. So I want you to think about it.
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