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Wealthy New Jersey Enclave Launches Contentious Plan To Criminalize Homelessness

The town of Summit aims to issue fines, jail time for people caught sleeping on public streets and parks.

Summit, New Jersey, about 35 miles west of New York City, introduced a new ordinance to fine homeless individuals up to $2,000 if they are caught sleeping and/or camping on city streets as well as in parks, bus shelters, athletic fields, and parking lots.
Summit, New Jersey, about 35 miles west of New York City, introduced a new ordinance to fine homeless individuals up to $2,000 if they are caught sleeping and/or camping on city streets as well as in parks, bus shelters, athletic fields, and parking lots. Via YouTube