Ravenwood - 08/15/02 11:06 AM
A Los Angeles anti-prostitution law that targets men's cars will deny due process to John's picked up for pandering. Under the proposed legislation, vehicles will be seized for 30 days, 60 days, and then permanently for first, second, and third offenses, without the hassle of having to hold a trial.
"I have a great concern for everyone's civil rights but I have a greater concern for everyone's neighborhood rights," claimed City Councilman Tom LaBonge. LaBonge finds it easy to sacrifice one person's Constitutional rights to benefit the majority, especially when he is in the majority. LaBonge also pointed out that similar laws have already been blessed by California courts, so the US Constitution shouldn't be in the way. It's nice to see politicians are still taking a tough stance on what is essentially a victimless crime.
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