WARREN, Mich. — A Detroit suburb has put its own version of a ban on protests at funerals on the books.
The Macomb Daily of Mount Clemens (http://bit.ly/IgilkK ) reports causing a disturbance near a funeral or burial in Warren now is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $500 fine under city ordinance. Warren's attorneys say it could face challenges on First Amendment grounds.
Gov. Rick Snyder in February signed legislation intended to help clarify Michigan 's 2006 law banning protests at funerals.
Gov. Rick Snyder in February signed legislation intended to help clarify Michigan's 2006 law banning protests at funerals. Those new bills prohibit conduct, statements or gestures that would make a "reasonable person" attending a funeral or memorial service feel intimidated or threatened.
Michigan's original law was inspired by protests at military funerals. A judge last year said part of the law was vague and unconstitutional.
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Information from: The Macomb Daily, http://www.macombdaily.com