Graffiti Protocol for Hunter College
Hunter College takes graffiti and the defacing of property very seriously.
Graffiti can come in many forms, and depending upon a number of factors it may be assessed as a hate crime. It can also be offensive or disruptive to the instructional environment.
In an effort to be transparent and protect potential evidence in the event that an investigation is warranted, the following protocol is recommended when encountering graffiti in the school environment:
- Contact Public Safety and provide information to be included in an Incident Report.
- Do not erase or otherwise alter the graffiti.
- If necessary, the graffiti can be covered with a sheet of paper or by placing some object in front of the graffiti to block its view.
