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South Carolina town bans saggy pants

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On July 5 the Timonsville, South Carolina Town Council voted to outlaw wearing pants in a way that intentionally exposes undergarments.

Anyone who violates the ordinance is subject to a verbal warning, but repeat offenders may be subject to a fine.

Although no New Hampshire town has tried to ban saggy pants, towns have tried to regulate female toplessness. However, last year a judge ruled that New Hampshire municipalities are not authorized to regulate attire in public areas.

Earlier this year the state Senate passed SB 347, a bill that would let towns regulate clothing, but the House killed the bill. 

Supporters of SB 347 argued that towns should be allowed to protect a family-friendly atmosphere.

Opponents of the bill argued that regulations on clothing limit freedom of expression and may be used to persecute certain groups of people, such as teenagers and minorities.

UPDATE: Read our Citizen Voices℠ report\and find out where New Hampshire stands on this issue.

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