John is a member of a radical pro-life organization. He believes that virtually any means should be used to stop the performing of abortions
One evening police apprehend him as he is using a paintbrush to write "Stop the baby killers" on the side of a community medical clinic where abortions are performed. Which of the following statements is correct regarding this incident?
A) John has committed criminal mischief because he intentionally damaged another's property without their consent.
B) John has committed a violation of the graffiti statute because he was writing graffiti on the building.
C) John has committed reckless damage or destruction because he was reckless in believing others were interested in his opinion.
D) John has committed no criminal offense because he was exercising his First Amendment right of free speech.
A
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