Midtown's No-Cruising Hours Extended
Ordinance extended by three hours until 7 a.m. New metals theft law expected to boost APD's crime-fighting efforts.
The Atlanta City Council recently approved extending Midtown’s no-cruising ordinance by three hours. The extension came about from a proposal by District 2 Councilman Kwanza Hall in an effort to help combat the persistent prostitution issue around residences and businesses in Midtown. The former no-cruising zone ordinance, which made it illegal to pass a control point more than twice within a two-hour period, extended from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. But as many Midtowners know, those early morning hours just before sunrise are very active for prostitution in the area. Under the new ordinance, the new no-cruising ordinance will be in effect until 7 a.m. It will not take effect until the posted signs have been changed accordingly, which should occur …
