Suppose a state statute provided: "Persons who loiter or wander on public streets must identify themselves, with credible and reliable identification, and account for their presence. Violation of this provision is a misdemeanor.". Can you think of any reasons why this law might be unconstitutional?
Students should be challenged with the problem of defining specifically what is prohibited by this ordinance. Similar ordinances have been interpreted as unconstitutionally vague. Here, moreover, no criminal activity is proscribed; simply being in a public place is not a constitutionally
sufficient basis for a search or seizure, which could follow arrest. On the other hand, a person suspected of committing a crime can be detained, even frisked (if reasonably necessary for the protection of the officer), for a brief questioning. Up to an hour's detention has been held reasonable, since U.S. v. Campbell, 627 F. Supp. 320 (Alaska 1985) aff'd 810 F.2d 206 (9th Cir. 1987).
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Jack was fired by Larry but decided to try to win back his job as agent by getting a big new contract. He approached Sharon, a new client, and made a pitch to sell Larry's product. Sharon agreed to buy 100. Jack tells Larry. What are the legal consequences?
A) Larry has to hire Jack again and then make the deal. B) Larry would have to ratify the deal to get the benefit of the contract. C) Larry would have to negotiate the deal with Sharon himself. D) Jack would forfeit his commission if Larry ratified the contract.