Friday, March 7, 2014

TOW (& Answer)...

This week’s question: Is it a crime or a misdemeanor to take more than 25 copies of a free newspaper?  It is indeed a misdemeanor.  Section 490.7 of California’s Penal Code states that “No person shall take more than twenty-five (25) copies of the current issue of a free or complimentary newspaper if done with the intent to do one or more of the following:
  1. Recycle the newspapers for cash or other payment.
  2. Sell or barter the newspaper.
  3. Deprive others of the opportunity to read or enjoy the newspaper.
  4. Harm a business competitor.”
First violation of this law results in a fine of up to $250.


The question (and answer) were taken from p. 336 of the 2011 edition of California  Penal Code published by West.