Alabama panhandling laws challenged under First Amendment
The 11th Circuit Court is expected to issue a final ruling later this year.
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Federal judges hear arguments on whether to unblock Alabama panhandling law
The state argued that begging should not be construed as protected free speech.
Bill increasing penalties for panhandling receives bipartisan support
The bill increases the penalties for subsequent violations of the act and gives law enforcement the ability to take violators to a shelter.
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This proposed law is unconstitutional. But moreover, it’s cruel.