A Texas court tossed out a state law banning photos or videos taken in a public place without consent and with the purpose of sexual gratification — as a violation of free-speech rights.
The state’s highest criminal court on Wednesday tossed out a state law banning “improper photography” — photos or videos taken in a public place without consent and with the purpose of sexual gratification — as a violation of free-speech rights.In an 8-1 ruling, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals said photos, much like paintings and films, are “inherently expressive” and therefore protected by the First Amendment.
The case involved a dude who was taking pictures of children’s private part at a water park. That’s now legal.Here’s my question. If some guy has permission to take pictures up my skirt and if I see him doing it, is it legal for me to kick his butt across the room?
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