Harrisburg and Dauphin County authorities introduce stricter penalties for illegal dumping, including fines and community service.

Harrisburg and Dauphin County authorities are introducing stricter penalties for those caught illegally dumping trash, including mandatory fines and community service. The new measures involve streamlining illegal dumping cases through one judge's office and implementing cameras with license plate recognition. In 2023, the city collected over 660 tons of illegally dumped trash at a cost of $153,000, highlighting the issue's severity.

March 25, 2024
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