Governor Crist Signs New Anti-Gang Law In Historic County Courtroom

	Governor Crist signs the law that will take effect Oct. 1, 2008.  Pictured above (l to r):  Rep. Priscilla Taylor, Rep. Ari Porth, Sen. Jeff Atwater, Rep. Mary Brandenburg, Rep. Carl Domino, Rep. William Snyder. « Previous | Next »

On June 30, 2008, Palm Beach County’s historic courtroom provided a stately setting for Governor Charlie Crist to sign a new law designed to combat gang activity.  Legislators and several guests witnessed the signing that took place in the renovated 1916 County Court House in West Palm Beach. 

The anti-gang legislation includes tougher penalties, additional tools for police and prosecutors and creative new ways to disrupt the ability of gang members to negatively influence neighborhoods.  It also strengthens witness protection laws.  Many of the provisions in this legislation were based on recommendations of the Statewide Grand Jury.