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County attorney outlines legal options after commissioners raise concerns about school-area protests that impede traffic
Summary
After commissioners reported protests near schools that disrupted traffic and attendance, the county attorney said state criminal statutes and county ordinance authority could be used to address demonstrations that impede roadways; the board asked staff to investigate options and potential ordinance language.
Commissioners discussed recent protests near schools that, they said, disrupted traffic and reduced attendance. County counsel summarized existing criminal statutes and the county's ordinance authority for addressing pedestrian gatherings that impede highways, and the board asked staff to research ordinance options and enforcement mechanisms.
A commissioner described protests in front of schools that caused traffic backups…
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