Graffiti-Off

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To report graffiti in the metro Bakersfield area, please download the Bakersfield Mobile App.
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An extension of Facilities Maintenance, the Graffiti-Off program provides prompt graffiti removal for the residents and business-owners in the unincorporated areas of Kern County. The ultimate goal of the Graffiti-Off program is a graffiti-free community. Do not try to stop a vandal, instead contact the Graffiti-Off program and file a report

To report graffiti in unincorporated areas of Kern County:

Are you interested in the Adopt a Wall project to continue graffiti abatement in your neighborhood? Through this countywide program, staff will deliver paint and supplies to your home or business for anyone interested in adopting a location regularly hit by graffiti. To adopt a wall apply here or call (661) 868-1605.


Did you know?

    Graffiti Removal
  • General Services has security cameras in graffiti-prone areas
  • Immediate removal, within 24 to 48 hours, is the key to successful graffiti prevention
  • Approximately 80% of graffiti is gang or tagger graffiti
  • Graffiti is the most common type of property vandalism (35%)
  • Graffiti damage up to $400 is punishable by up to one year in jail, a $10,000 fine, or both (CA Penal Code Section 594)
  • Graffiti damage in excess of $400 is a FELONY, and punishable by up to three years in state prison, a $50,000 fine, or both (CA Penal Code Section 594)

Contact

Address:
Kern County General Services - Graffiti-Off Program
610 E. 18th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93305
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To report vandals in the act, call the Sheriff's Office: (661) 861-3110
Email: gs-questions@au99168.com

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