Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

City Ordinances

Is violation of a City Ordinance a jailable offense. Can a City Ordinance dictate what you may say to someone, given that it is not of a offensive nature.


Asked on 3/19/01, 3:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stan Halbert Stanley Halbert, P.A.

Re: City Ordinances

City Ordinances can be jailable offenses. They are generally comparable to second degree misdemeanors. However, free speech is generally protected, unless it impacts upon serious policy concerns. If you'd like a consultation regarding your matter, please feel free to call me 407-679-3823.

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Answered on 5/26/01, 4:00 pm


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