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California Penal Code section 647.6(a)(1) makes it a crime to "annoy or molest" any child under the age of 18. The law carries a potential fine of $5,000 and up to one year in county jail. The broad definition of "annoyance" in the statute has led to humorous observations about the legal risks of parenting in California.
A listener's "words matter" email sparks a debate over the definition of "decimated," which historically meant killing one in ten but has evolved to mean total destruction. This leads to a humorous and speculative discussion on the etymology of terms like "penal code," "testimony," and "gay," exploring how meanings have shifted over centuries.
Dutch Penal Code, Hate Speech Definitions and Group Insults
The hosts examine the Dutch Penal Code, which prohibits publicly insulting groups based on race, religion, or sexual orientation. Adam Curry, preparing for a trip to the Netherlands, expresses concern over the potential for imprisonment for making "obvious" observations. The discussion centers on the erosion of free speech in Europe.
