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Last updated on Wednesday, October 3, 2018
(UNDATED) - As the election approaches, the Indiana Department of Transportation reminds Hoosiers that campaign signs are prohibited from state right-of-way according to Indiana Code 9-21-4-6. INDOT personnel is required by state law to remove all unauthorized signs within the state right-of-way.
Areas that should remain sign-free include:
INDOT personnel will remove campaign signs and other illegal signs from right-of-way--pursuant to code --as they are encountered in normal highway maintenance activities. Crews may also remove a specific sign if it presents an immediate safety risk, such as being too close to the roadway or creating a sight obstruction. Campaign signs placed off the right-of-way will not be removed.
Removed signs will be taken to the nearest INDOT facility. Campaign signs may be claimed by the owner between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for holidays.
INDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert near crews.
To report signs placed in the right-of-way, contact INDOT customer service at http://www.indot4u.com or 1-855-463-6848.
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