Seattle sues ALURE, LABRAT, and NOMAS and makes them famous over alleged illegal tagging

Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison has filed civil lawsuits against three graffiti taggers known as “ALURE,” “LABRAT,” and “NOMAS,” alleging they caused significant damage to public and private property across Seattle. These lawsuits mark the first application of a new ordinance that allows the city to seek civil damages for graffiti violations, with fines potentially reaching $1,500 per incident. The Seattle Police identified the defendants, linking them to numerous instances of vandalism documented in the lawsuits. Zorica Klaich, Robert Holl, and Eduin Miramontes are named in the filings, with details of their tagging activities and previous arrests included. Mayor Bruce Harrell supports this legal action as part of his broader initiative to combat graffiti, an issue he has prioritized throughout his political career.

The lawsuits aim to secure not only civil penalties but also restitution for the costs of removing the graffiti. Included in the filings are photographs showing the extensive damage caused by the taggers on freeway walls and other structures. This legal effort highlights the city’s commitment to addressing vandalism and restoring community spaces.