Yobs who terrorise neighbourhoods could be BANNED from town centres
YOBS who repeatedly terrorise neighbourhoods could be banned from town centres under new powers to crack down on anti-social behaviour.
TL;DR
- New Respect Orders empower police and councils to tackle anti-social behaviour.
- Persistent troublemakers can be banned from town centres, including high streets and parks.
- Orders may include curfews and restrictions on public drinking for adults.
- Violating an order can result in up to two years imprisonment.
- Housing associations and transport networks can also apply for these orders.
- Under-18s are not subject to Respect Orders but can receive Youth Injunctions.