SEPTA is implementing higher fines and increased enforcement for quality-of-life offenses on its transit system. This decision comes amid a surge of low-level crimes such as smoking and drug use. The new policy aims to address post-pandemic issues and improve the overall experience for commuters. Officials announced the changes today on KYWNewsradio and NBCPhiladelphia, highlighting the need for stricter measures to maintain safety and cleanliness on public transportation.
SETPA to increase fines, penalties for quality-of-life offenses on Philadelphia transit system https://t.co/MhvNr5ke6K
.@SEPTA is stiffening fines and beefing up enforcement for quality-of-life offenses amid a post-pandemic surge of low-level crimes on the system. Read more: https://t.co/XxxXDUMqYT https://t.co/AjJUbz7iOh
#BREAKING LIVE: Officials are announcing a new policy implementing fines for quality-of-life crimes on SEPTA. Watch HERE: https://t.co/X1QocEtqL5
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.@SEPTA jacks up fines for quality-of-life offenses, amid a surge of low-level crimes such as smoking and drug use. Hear the story today on @KYWNewsradio. https://t.co/OrmwMyD1KK