Many of the clothing optional beaches in the U.S. exist because there isn't a federal law barring nudity.
Does that mean that you can walk around naked on the Mall in DC? Are there other laws that apply?
2007-02-27 03:38:13 · 11 answers · asked by CuriousGeorge 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
OK, I KNOW that in MOST places it is illegal due to indecent exposure laws. But these are typically because of city ordinances or state laws.
There are certain places - like Baker Beach in San Francisco - where these laws can't be enforced because it is federal land.
Because the Mall is federal land, does the same apply?
2007-02-27 05:37:37 · update #1
You know, I'm not sure - you should try it and find out.
2007-02-27 03:46:01 · answer #1 · answered by hot single mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Among its roles, Congress writes the "local" laws for Washington, DC, I believe.
And they're a mayor and local counsel too.
So I'd bet there's a municipal ordinance.
PS I enjoy strolling down the mall. But those benches lining the walkways are pretty uncomfortable as it is!
2007-02-27 11:42:06 · answer #2 · answered by American citizen and taxpayer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends, if you're really hot then the cops might let you get away with a warning and a couple photos. Otherwise, yeah, yer probably going to jail for indecent exposure.
2007-02-27 11:47:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be illegal due to indecent exposure laws in DC.
2007-02-27 11:42:19 · answer #4 · answered by Leah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Indecent exposure comes to mind.
2007-02-27 11:46:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm pretty sure its illegal to walk naked anywhere.. its called indecent exposure LOL
2007-02-27 11:46:20 · answer #6 · answered by Christie G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The 60's ended in 1979 pal;-)
2007-02-27 12:09:56 · answer #7 · answered by Betty Mae Bop 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well i wouldn't want to walk ON the Mall...It's probably cold on the roof..Oh did you mean IN the mall?
CC
2007-02-27 11:46:37 · answer #8 · answered by CC 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Let's hope not, because most nudists that I have seen are people you would never want to see naked....=(
2007-02-27 11:57:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
Other than that, E Gads! This could become extremely ugly.
2007-02-27 11:44:53 · answer #10 · answered by profile image 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋