I Understand The Law, And Intend To Violate It

About this Video

• Video Title: I Understand The Law, And Intend To Violate It
• Channel: James Freeman
• Speakers: James Freeman, Chief John Nolan, Serita Town Mayor and Council Members, Serita Police Officers
• Duration: 00:18:41

Introduction

This video discusses a situation in Serita, Arizona, where the police chief proposed and the town council passed an ordinance making it illegal to stand in medians. The video creator challenges the ordinance, arguing it's selectively enforced and violates free speech rights, as demonstrated through his personal experience and interactions with law enforcement.

Key Takeaways

• A new ordinance in Serita, Arizona, prohibits standing in medians, ostensibly for safety reasons. The stated reason is to prevent accidents due to uneven terrain and obstacles like cacti and trees.
• The video creator argues that the ordinance is selectively enforced, primarily targeting panhandlers, while ignoring others using medians (e.g., car washers, church advertisers). This selective enforcement is highlighted through the creator's interactions with the police.
• The video creator deliberately violates the ordinance to challenge its legality and selective enforcement. He spends time in medians and even tries to get a citation.
• The police largely avoid citing the creator, suggesting awareness of the ordinance's flaws and potential legal challenges. This avoidance highlights the potential for the ordinance to be overturned in court.
• The video argues the ordinance may violate free speech rights, particularly as it impacts panhandling. The creator cites existing court rulings protecting panhandling as a form of free speech.